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posted Jun 1, 2019 12:44:52 AM

What is tax topic 1541

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Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 12:44:53 AM

The code 1541 is a generic internal code used by the IRS to identify returns that have been "Delayed". There are different reasons accounting for the 1541 reference number; so not everyone's reason will be the same. ... The most general reason is typically that they have a backlog of returns and are behind on processing. Or, You claimed Earned Income Credit or Additional Child Tax credit (those were held til mid-Feb before they begin processing)

The IRS expects the earliest EITC/ACTC related refunds to be available in taxpayer bank accounts or debit cards starting February 27, 2019, if these taxpayers chose direct deposit and there are no other issues with their tax return.

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Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 12:44:53 AM

The code 1541 is a generic internal code used by the IRS to identify returns that have been "Delayed". There are different reasons accounting for the 1541 reference number; so not everyone's reason will be the same. ... The most general reason is typically that they have a backlog of returns and are behind on processing. Or, You claimed Earned Income Credit or Additional Child Tax credit (those were held til mid-Feb before they begin processing)

The IRS expects the earliest EITC/ACTC related refunds to be available in taxpayer bank accounts or debit cards starting February 27, 2019, if these taxpayers chose direct deposit and there are no other issues with their tax return.

Not applicable
Jun 1, 2019 12:44:55 AM

Thanks for saving my meltdown

Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 12:44:56 AM

Your welcome!

New Member
Jun 1, 2019 12:44:56 AM

I still haven't got an update on my taxes

Not applicable
Jun 1, 2019 12:44:58 AM

Me to. Went to check to the status. Mines say “Take action” it’s delay in processing your your return, blah,blah. wtf.

Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 12:44:59 AM

Where's My Refund on the IRS.gov and the IRS2Go mobile app will be updated February 23 for the vast majority of early filers who claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit or the Additional Child Tax Credit.

Level 2
Jun 1, 2019 12:44:59 AM

Mine still saying the above also.

New Member
Jun 1, 2019 12:45:02 AM

Mine to I called and the lady told me mine was randomly selected for review starting on march 4 and I should get my return 45 days after that which is April 18. Has anyone with the same message get their return on time.

New Member
Jun 1, 2019 12:45:05 AM

Thats the same thing they told me it can take 45 days after the 25 of Fed