Tax News IRS Announces E-File Open Day! Be the First In Line for Your Tax Refund Read the Article Open Share Drawer Share this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window) Written by TurboTaxLisa Published Jan 8, 2024 - [Updated Jan 17, 2024] 3 min read Today the IRS announced Monday, January 29, 2024 as the beginning of the nation’s 2023 tax season when the agency will begin accepting and processing 2023 tax year returns. Don’t wait to file. File today with TurboTax, and be first in line for your tax refund! Although the IRS has not yet begun accepting e-filed tax returns, TurboTax securely holds your completed taxes, transmits them to the IRS, and state when they open for e-file. 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More from Lisa Greene-Lewis Follow Lisa Greene-Lewis on Twitter. 464 responses to “IRS Announces E-File Open Day! Be the First In Line for Your Tax Refund” « Older Comments Newer Comments » My friend filed their we on a different site shortly before I did & theirs got rejected then after corrections, accepted. Why is mine taking so long? Reply Hi Tiffany, Please see our new post on IRS processing http://blog-turbotax-intuit-com-develop.go-vip.co/2014/01/31/wheres-my-tax-refund/ Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply My efile is still pending and I filed on1/29/14 should I s worry? Reply I filed on January 31 at 11:45PM and mine is still pending. Reply I filed with tt 1/30 and it is still pending. It has been over 24 hours almost 48. I live in Mo and see other people are being accepted in less than an hour by the IRS but no go for me. I paid my fees out of pocket and getting worried. Is anyone else having this problem? Reply Hi, Please see our new post regarding IRS processing times http://blog-turbotax-intuit-com-develop.go-vip.co/2014/01/31/wheres-my-tax-refund/ Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply Is it normal for it to take more then 24 hours for the IRS to accept the return? Reply Hi Dane, Please see our new post regarding IRS processing times http://blog-turbotax-intuit-com-develop.go-vip.co/2014/01/31/wheres-my-tax-refund/ Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply My return was rejected for my pin n it was rejected twice n I fixed it in now it’s saying pending in haven’t updated n I’m getting frustrated cause turbotax don’t have a contact Reply I have that same problem. Frustrated Reply Hi Shenay, Please see our new post regarding IRS processing http://blog-turbotax-intuit-com-develop.go-vip.co/2014/01/31/wheres-my-tax-refund/ Also here is information on how to contact our support http://blog-turbotax-intuit-com-develop.go-vip.co/2014/01/31/wheres-my-tax-refund/ Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply I have used TurboTax for the last 11 years. My wife and I have had no issues. Cool to see IRS accepted my return, just have to wait in line to be processed. THANKS TURBOTAX!!! Reply I submitted my return on the 30th. My mother submitted her return on 31st. Hers was accepted and mine is still pending. I wonder why?? Reply Hi, Please see our new post regarding IRS processing http://blog-turbotax-intuit-com-develop.go-vip.co/2014/01/31/wheres-my-tax-refund/ Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply The blog you keep referencing does not answer the question on why a return would still not have been accepted after 48 hours of being submitted. Does the delay indicate an issue or just a backlog of processing? lisa i have a question i filed on jan 31 was accepted on the 3rd but its still at the first step how long will it take fri 14th will be 10 business days for me this is the 1st time ive used turbo tax..an so far i dont like it…last year i went some where an had them done….ive been rejected 4 times now..i keep fixxing what they say to fix .ive called all the numbers its told me to call an still nothing.ive got no where with doing them on here….its telling i wasnt born in year an day ive put on here i no its the right date an year lol ive had the same bday for 27years! …if i get rejected again can i just clear this out an drive a hr away n go back to where i had them done last year seeing i had no prob. doing them there..haveing done them on here is just to much stress for me …plz let me no if i can go somewhere else thank you Reply I efiled on Jan 18, and according to an email I did not see until today, my return was rejected on the 19th of Jan because of my sons year of birth being wrong. I panicked for a while, but composed myself and corrected then resubmitted my return. As of now I still do not have confirmation of my return being accepted and I’m worried my mistake will delay my return or cause me to be audited. So I would like to know how the irs handles a return that is rejected, corrected and then resubmitted, and if my corrected return was re-e-filed around noon today (1-31-14) when will my return be submitted, and finally accepted by the irs. The original submission, my family members who have efiled with turbo tax all received an irs acception (or in my case rejection) within minutes. Is my return being rejected and now resubmitted the reason I still have not been accepted/rejected by the irs? Reply It does not affect it at all. Initially the irs just matches the social security number with what social security has on file. They make sure the name and birthday matches. If it does not you simply resubmit it and it gets processed as if it was never rejected. You will hear back either today orthis weekend for sure. Nothing to worry about. I have a ton of experience with this Reply This shouldn’t have any affect on your taxes, I have done this plenty of times on my taxes and family members taxes as well. I did my today and I haven’t received a approved or rejected status as of yet. Reply Laura have you received an approved or rejected status yet? I e-filed on January 31st at 11:45PM and mine is still pending….. I e-filed my return w turbo tax on 1-19-2014, and since I had been told that IRS would not open for returns until 1-31-2014, I did not check my status or watch for emails or updates. This morning 1-31-2014, I went to turbotax online site and found out that my return was rejected on the day I e-filed. After panicking for a while, I found the error (sons year of birth was incorrect) I resubmitted it. Will I be processed as if today’s submission is new, or will I have to wait longer because I was rejected earlier? Basically I would like to know if being rejected and refilling a corrected return will cause delays in being re-accepted and will my rejection cause me to have to go through an audit or some other process to get my return? Reply Not at all I was rejected on the 27th I resubmitted mines shortly thereafter. I was accepted on the 29th. Seems like things are moving pretty smooth this year. Reply My husband and I were very pleased with Turbo Tax. Not only was the software easy to use; we had a an issue and needed to call customer service. We called and spoke to a representative named Anto. He made very detailed notes about our situation and gave us a case number. He not only fixed our issue; he went above and beyond what we asked for. He ended up transferring me to a representative named Shabora. Although I was on hold for a long time, it was well worth it. My issue was resolved and an additional credit was posted to my account as well, which I wanted, but didn’t expect that it would be so easy. Most companies argue with customers about fees, charges, etc… Turbo Tax is awesome in every aspect. They definitely have us for a customer for life! I also have a very large family; some of which I do their taxes for; so Turbo Tax will be receiving a lot more new customers than they realize; just for going above and beyond for a customer! Awesome company!! Reply Do you have the number to customer service, I am also having issues and need to speak with someone. Thanks Reply My husband and I were very pleased with Turbo Tax. Not only was it easy to use; we had a customer service issue that we needed to resolve prior to filing. We called customer service. We explained everything to a representative named Anto. He gave us a case number, made very detailed notes, Reply has anyone received a direct deposit today yet Reply The IRS didn’t start processing returns until today so no one will have gotten their refunds yet. Reply Refunds aren’t going to start being issued until around 2/12/14 today was just the first day they started accepting returns. You can go to its.gov and they have a refund chart that shows when you can expect your moolah 🙂 Reply Refunds aren’t going to start being issued until around 2/12/14 today was just the first day they started accepting returns. You can go to irs.gov and they have a refund chart that shows when you can expect your moolah 🙂 Reply yes I get my refund on the 6th Reply I’ve used Turbotax for the last six yrs.I spent lots of money with accountants,H.R.Block etc,etc.I never thought i could do it myself.I’ll spend 29.95 anytime to make 1500.00. Thanks Don/Fl. Reply Accepted does not mean processed. Your return is processed when WMr says refund approved not accepted Reply My bank routing and account numbers are correct on my return; but, I mistakenly marked the checking box instead of the savings box. Since I only have a savings account at the bank but the routing and account numbers are correct, will my refund still be deposited? Reply It depends on whether your bank accepts the deposit or not. Most banks will accept deposits directed to your account if the name, address, and other account info matches. Reply I am trying to file using the SnapTax app this morning, and there is still a message saying “There is an IRS nationwide delay for all returns, no matter who prepares them. Come back in late January to file your returns with SnapTax.” It’s January 31st, the IRS is going, but this message hasn’t disappeared since I initially did my taxes. Help! Reply Hi, I have not heard about anyone having a problem. The IRS began processing tax returns at 6:00 AM and we have been accepting tax returns since January 2. Can you please log in and try again. Let us know if you see this again. Hopefully you’ll be able to file within 10 minutes. Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply I’m having the same problem! I’m so pissed because I spent the time to do it on the app, and now it won’t let me file…can you please fix? Why my status say still pending… Hi Pedro, Please see our new post regarding IRS processing times. Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Last year, I received my refund on Feb. 1st. Reply How Do I go back in to see how muchy refund was Reply I don’t want to be a “wet blanket”,.. but why use Turbo Tax when AARP has free filing sites and the IRS has their “File Free” site too. On the other hand….. sit tight and don’t rush into the maze. YOUR money isn’t going anywhere Reply Here is some information that may help some of you understand the IRS process. Let me start by saying this: First of all, everyones tax situation is different. Just because you submitted your forms on Jan 20 and Jane Doe did too, doesnt mean you will both be accepted. Second, there is s process that happens when you hit the “submit” button. it has to be received, accepted/rejected, processed and then the refund can be issued (which is a whole other process) Third, If you have mortgage interest, student loan interest, EIC, and other deductions or credits, the forms for submitting those or the guidelines for getting those credits may not be updated yet. Example: Last year the IRS forms for mortgage interest were not going to be available and updated until March 15th (if I remember correctly) because of some changes that were being made at the federal level. Therefore, people who were claiming mortgage interest had to wait to file or not receive that credit (trust me when I say that is a credit you want to wait for). Fourth, There is a difference between proccessing your return and accepting your return. if you are getting an “accepted” message that just means that it has been recieved by the IRS. “Processing” means they are actually doing something with it. My recommendation to those of you that are doing your own taxes is to go to the IRS.gov website and educate yourselves. This could get you even more money in your return. PS. There are special rules for a child turning age 17 on or before December 31st of that filing year can still be claimed as a dependent. Students attending a post secondary accredited educational facility can be claimed as a dependent or they can claim themselves, if you claim that child as a dependent and they also need to file a tax return they cannot claim themselves or any tuition credit. Reply Hi, Thank you for your comment. There’s no need for people to read through IRS publications, that’s what TurboTax is here for. We are up to date with all of the latest tax laws and we give taxpayers the tax deductions and credits they’re eligible for when they answer simple questions about themselves. Regarding people not being able to claim mortgage interest, that was last tax season and doesn’t have to do with this tax season. Last tax season was delayed due to Congress voting on the American Taxpayer Relief Act, which is not the case this tax season. Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply Hi, I have problem with fixing the Federal tax returns this year as I had ITIN for my spouse for 2012 and using SSN this year. Filed with prior PIN and wrong DOB of my spouse. —- Rejected with status codes IND-032-01 – ‘SpousePriorYearPIN’ or ‘SpouseElectronicFilingPIN’ or ‘SpousePriorYearAGIAmt’ in the Return Header must match the e-File database. F1040-526-01 – If ‘PINTypeCd’ in the Return Header has the value “Self-Select On-Line” and Form 1040, Line 2 checkbox “Married filing jointly” is checked (element ‘IndividualReturnFilingStatusCd’ has the value 2), and ‘SpecialProcessingLiteralCd’ does not have a value and ‘SpecialProcessingLiteralCd2’ does not have a value and ‘SpecialProcessingCodeTxt’ does not have a value and ‘SpouseDateOfDeath’ does not have a value, then ‘SpouseBirthDt’ in the Return Header must match the e-File database Re-entered the Correct DOB with the 2012 electronic PIN . —-> Rejected But only with this error code IND-032-01 – ‘SpousePriorYearPIN’ or ‘SpouseElectronicFilingPIN’ or ‘SpousePriorYearAGIAmt’ in the Return Header must match the e-File database After rejection , I selected the alternate option of using 2012 AGI. — Expected result Waiting for Acceptance or Rejection. After searching the blog and the correct procedure is to : If you have never filed before, or if you filed last year using an ITIN and you have a Social Security Number this year, select I am a first-time filer or I did NOT file a 2012 tax return on the prior year information screen. My Suggestion is Turbo Tax did not detect the wrong DOB entered for Federal and State tax returns. since I used the ITIN for 2012 and SSN for 2013 , it didn’t matched the SSN and ITIN properly and could not guide the users properly . Hope this is useful for other users who are using ITIN for 2012 returns and ssn this year. Reply I was rejected also on jan 28th I fixed my return and resent then the same day does that mean I go to the back of the line Reply yep, i filed mine w/tax act on 1/17 and recv’d an email on 1/25 that it was accepted by the IRS. Reply What does it mean if your returns are sent to a tax agent Reply I think its ind or joint only, and e-file Reply if your agent file for you need to ask the agent if TurboTax did not do them with you. But next year please They have my full endorsement. Reply Did anyone get an APPROVED status on “wheres my refund” last year before the irs offically opened and started proccesing/accepting returns? Reply Im sure accepted means no flag errors to reject, if irs show not approve yet will start morn of 31st. Reply Yes I did! They did some early and the same this year! Reply Bev, The way I understand and have experienced the process, is that once you send in your taxes, it will say pending; then when the IRS looks at it to make sure all is ok; such as you don’t owe them money, the return is accurate, etc…, then it will show accepted; then as they are working on it, it will say processing; then when it’s done, it will say either completed or processed. You can set it up so that you get emails and/or text messages when each step happens. You do that through Turbo Tax. It asks you towards the end. I hope this helps. Good luck! Reply NO IT WILL GET ACCEPTED WHEN IRS BEGINS, NOT BEFORE BUT USING ONLINE WILL GET YOU INLINE TO GET EXCEPTED SOONER 24 TO 48 HRS AND SINCE THERE NO GONERNMENT SHUTDOWN OR ISSUES RIGHT NOW THE DELAYS ARENT AS SIGNIFICANT AS LAST YEARS WAS Reply The IRS didn’t start processing returns until today, the 31st, so no one will have gotten their refunds yet. Yes , i did last year, makes me think that they start working on them long before the opening date Reply My daughter files a short form income tax return. She has colleg loan interest to deduct of over 1,000. Can she still file the short form? If so, where does she add it? Also if we pay her college loan, can we deduct the loan interest on our return? Reply If you claiming her as your dependent then you deduct it. If you not, then she deducts it on 1040A or 1040. Reply The only thing Im dissappointed in is being auto upgraded for no reason. I paid $56 to prep and e-file my fed and state. After I paid the fee, I checked to see how much it cost me last year and it was only $14.99. Next year I will check other sites to see what theres fees are. I dont own a home or anything, and nothing has changed since last year so why the change in fees??!!! Just ridiculous. Reply I did my taxes and received an rejection error due to my priors year pin. I contacted the irs and they stated that they couldn’t give me a pin however I could use my aig from last year. But I keep getting redirected to enter my pin. What should I do? Reply They have began accepting them men was filed the day before yesterday and it was rejected I resent it and I got a acceptance today and I sent my daughters through and she was also accepted by the irs. It says congratulations you were accepted early by the irs. Reply It clearly states for ppl who got it accepted early was for testing purposes only and does not mean ur tax return was actually excepted its pretty much a slap to the face. Reply ND-689-01 – The year of the ‘PrimarySignatureDt’ in the Return Header must be equal to the processing year. Any clue what this means? got rejected Reply I had this happen too. It means you typed in the wrong year when you provided your e-signature (the section where you type in a PIN and your AGI from last year). I put 2013 instead of 2014 by mistake. All you need to do is go back and change the date to whatever the date is that you file and be sure to put 2014 as the year. Reply My husband filed his taxes last night and got his notification this morning. I filed mine on the 14th… we both used turbo tax, shouldn’t mine have been accepted first. Wth Reply I tried filing today but it would not let me pass the State& Wrap it up portion. I did all I needed in that part. What is wrong with it? Reply I do not use Turbo Tax. I use Tax Act. I did my taxes via Tax Act on 1/28/2014..I received a acceptance from the IRS the same day. So IRS is accepting returns at this point.. Whoever at Turbo Tax saying they are not do not know what there talking about, that is why I do not use them.. Reply Hi, We published this post the day IRS announced their opening day and can only announce the day they use. Please see our FAQ for reasons that some tax returns may be processed earlier than 1/31 https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1901514-important-dates-and-deadlines-for-2013-federal-tax-returns http://www.irs.gov/uac/Newsroom/2014-Tax-Season-to-Open-Jan.-31;-efile-and-Free-File-Can-Speed-Refunds Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply I DONT KNW IF MY RETURNS HAS BEEN ACCEPTED ARE REJECTED IT KEEP TELLING ME STILL PENDING DID I DO SOMETHING WRONG IM WORRIED Hi, Please see our new post regarding IRS processing http://blog-turbotax-intuit-com-develop.go-vip.co/2014/01/31/wheres-my-tax-refund/ Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis I filed mine with Turbotax and also got a notice that it was accepted by the IRS yesterday. Reply I have a question, I filed my taxes like I do every year but this year it said I had to print my taxes and send them even though I e-filed, what does that mean? does that mean they won’t process my efile? it didn’t give me any special forms, just said I had to send my return in also? Getting an acceptance letter is not the same as having your return processed. Processing starts 01/31/2014. Everyone can prepare their taxes earlier than 01/31/2014. Its the processing that matters. Actually Turbo Tax is telling the truth. If you call the IRS the automated machine lets you know bythe 31st of January they will be accepting returns. Reply Actually, the IRS will accept, but not process the returns until Jan 31st. Reply LOL, what a dummy….Turbo Tax is saying that because IRS is not back to work until 1/31/14 due to a partial shutdown of the Goverment. Get your facts straight. Reply lets clear up some…1accept is not approved accept-means no red flag text or spelling ssan and so, then processed then approved then sent. Reply I tried Taxact., went back to Turbo because of their check and double check system. Reply greeneyezzz, I respectfully disagree with you. I have had nothing but great experiences with Turbo Tax. They have gone above and beyond my expectations with their customer service. My daughter used TaxAct last year and wasn’t happy with them. She’s using Turbo Tax this year. I guess everyone has their own opinions and experiences. That’s why competition is good and we are as consumers that we have more than one choice to make. I’m glad TaxAct works for you. Everyone has a right to their own opinion. That’s why we live in the USA! Good luck and take care. Cindy Reply Yeah they are accepting early but they are not processing until today…. Submitting early is a bad idea, you may have to wait longer then normal it happened last year with people that filed early before they opened. Reply Turbo Tax began accepting tax returns on January 2, 2014. Reply What do it mean if u aint got a email yet saying u got approved Reply It means stay in school and don’t do drugs. Reply what does it mean when they reject your tax returns? Reply Hi Nikki, Rejections can occur due to incorrect social security numbers, names used do not match IRS records, duplicate social security numbers used to name a few. You should receive a rejection code that explains why your tax return is rejected. Here is a list of rejection codes http://www.irs.gov/uac/Common-Error-Reject-Codes-%28ERCs%29-for-Individual-Tax-Returns-&-Suggested-Solutions Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply Why did I have to pay a $29.99 ‘bank fee’ to have my Free tax return deposited into My bank account???? This is false advertising. Reply because you chose to have your state direct deposited most likely if not it’s because the free version only allows you to file standard tax forms which are a 1040 or 1040a all extra forms you gotta pay for Reply I filed with TurboTax on January 6th and was accepted on January 24th. I’m currently awaiting a refund date. Reply start the reg e-file the 31st… yes a bata was ran to check the sys and some may have their refund-ps check e-mail in morn. Reply The IRS didn’t start processing returns until today so no one will have gotten their refunds yet. Reply I am alittle confused. The site says the irs will not start processing returns until January 31 but I got an email yesterday saying mine was denied. Reply Got a email said my taxes were rejected went back on line they took me through but how do know if its right Reply hi tiffany mine are in the same boat how do we know got me Reply They will reject them again if not! You can call or text them to see if all is in line with your return! Had the same problem and I was emailed that IRS excepted mine! Reply How do I amend 2012 return if I used turbo tax last year? One of my children’s social security numbers were 1 number off? Reply ask,in your account, should be able to amend SSAN Reply rejected code IND-943 – The Spouse SSN in the Return Header has been systemically locked based on IRS information which indicates there is not a filing requirement for this SSN ..what does it mean?? Reply why are some people getting emails about being Accepted, and some are not? Reply Because it’s a test Run by the IRS they have to know there systems will be able to handle the influx of tax return once they fully open on Friday Reply Chris, it usually is a typo error. It should be reviewed and resubmitted. Reply Just got email that mine return was rejected. So I fixed it but now I will be back on line as it shows my submission date 01/28/14 before I submitted on 01/15/14, does this mean that my refund will be delayed?? Reply The IRS didn’t start processing returns until today, Jan 31st, so no one will have gotten their refunds yet. Reply It says you have to wait o get accepted. What happens if you get denied? Can you file your taxes again? Or make changed to it if u have to Reply Hi Triana, If your tax return is rejected, you can fix it and resend it. Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply I fixed mine but it hasn’t been sent back to them u guys r still holding it what is going with the filing of State returns it accepted my Federal but something about form updates for State? check your account may just be a typo Reply For forever and always return turbotax im very happy Reply Mine was accepted 1/25/2014. How do we know if we are first in line and what exactly does it meant that it is accepted? Reply Hi Lashavia, The IRS will begin processing tax returns on 1/31. Once the IRS processes your tax return they will update your status to refund approved in their “Where’s My Refund” tool http://www.irs.gov/Refunds/Where%27s-My-Refund-It%27s-Quick,-Easy,-and-Secure. Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply no auto kick back flags, then comes approved. Reply I received a rejection today due to wrong number for Employer EIN made the correction and it was successful. Do anyone know when they will be received by IRS? Reply Hi Tiara, The IRS e-file open day is 1/31, they will begin processing your return on that day. Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply does the irs accept tax returns 24 hours of the day or only during there hours of operation? i filed my return on 1/29 got rejected because i missed typed a number in my social fixed it on 1/30/ and today it is still pending Reply Hi Ebony, Here is more information regarding IRS refund process http://blog-turbotax-intuit-com-develop.go-vip.co/2014/01/31/wheres-my-tax-refund/ Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis I have been filing with Turbo Tax for about 5-6 years now. I recommend them highly. I prepare my taxes, my children’s taxes and my mom’s taxes. One year I used a competitor and was quite dissatisfied. Thanks Turbo Tax, you’re worth every penny! 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My friend filed their we on a different site shortly before I did & theirs got rejected then after corrections, accepted. Why is mine taking so long? Reply
Hi Tiffany, Please see our new post on IRS processing http://blog-turbotax-intuit-com-develop.go-vip.co/2014/01/31/wheres-my-tax-refund/ Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply
I filed with tt 1/30 and it is still pending. It has been over 24 hours almost 48. I live in Mo and see other people are being accepted in less than an hour by the IRS but no go for me. I paid my fees out of pocket and getting worried. Is anyone else having this problem? Reply
Hi, Please see our new post regarding IRS processing times http://blog-turbotax-intuit-com-develop.go-vip.co/2014/01/31/wheres-my-tax-refund/ Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply
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My return was rejected for my pin n it was rejected twice n I fixed it in now it’s saying pending in haven’t updated n I’m getting frustrated cause turbotax don’t have a contact Reply
Hi Shenay, Please see our new post regarding IRS processing http://blog-turbotax-intuit-com-develop.go-vip.co/2014/01/31/wheres-my-tax-refund/ Also here is information on how to contact our support http://blog-turbotax-intuit-com-develop.go-vip.co/2014/01/31/wheres-my-tax-refund/ Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply
I have used TurboTax for the last 11 years. My wife and I have had no issues. Cool to see IRS accepted my return, just have to wait in line to be processed. THANKS TURBOTAX!!! Reply
I submitted my return on the 30th. My mother submitted her return on 31st. Hers was accepted and mine is still pending. I wonder why?? Reply
Hi, Please see our new post regarding IRS processing http://blog-turbotax-intuit-com-develop.go-vip.co/2014/01/31/wheres-my-tax-refund/ Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply
The blog you keep referencing does not answer the question on why a return would still not have been accepted after 48 hours of being submitted. Does the delay indicate an issue or just a backlog of processing?
lisa i have a question i filed on jan 31 was accepted on the 3rd but its still at the first step how long will it take fri 14th will be 10 business days for me
this is the 1st time ive used turbo tax..an so far i dont like it…last year i went some where an had them done….ive been rejected 4 times now..i keep fixxing what they say to fix .ive called all the numbers its told me to call an still nothing.ive got no where with doing them on here….its telling i wasnt born in year an day ive put on here i no its the right date an year lol ive had the same bday for 27years! …if i get rejected again can i just clear this out an drive a hr away n go back to where i had them done last year seeing i had no prob. doing them there..haveing done them on here is just to much stress for me …plz let me no if i can go somewhere else thank you Reply
I efiled on Jan 18, and according to an email I did not see until today, my return was rejected on the 19th of Jan because of my sons year of birth being wrong. I panicked for a while, but composed myself and corrected then resubmitted my return. As of now I still do not have confirmation of my return being accepted and I’m worried my mistake will delay my return or cause me to be audited. So I would like to know how the irs handles a return that is rejected, corrected and then resubmitted, and if my corrected return was re-e-filed around noon today (1-31-14) when will my return be submitted, and finally accepted by the irs. The original submission, my family members who have efiled with turbo tax all received an irs acception (or in my case rejection) within minutes. Is my return being rejected and now resubmitted the reason I still have not been accepted/rejected by the irs? Reply
It does not affect it at all. Initially the irs just matches the social security number with what social security has on file. They make sure the name and birthday matches. If it does not you simply resubmit it and it gets processed as if it was never rejected. You will hear back either today orthis weekend for sure. Nothing to worry about. I have a ton of experience with this Reply
This shouldn’t have any affect on your taxes, I have done this plenty of times on my taxes and family members taxes as well. I did my today and I haven’t received a approved or rejected status as of yet. Reply
Laura have you received an approved or rejected status yet? I e-filed on January 31st at 11:45PM and mine is still pending…..
I e-filed my return w turbo tax on 1-19-2014, and since I had been told that IRS would not open for returns until 1-31-2014, I did not check my status or watch for emails or updates. This morning 1-31-2014, I went to turbotax online site and found out that my return was rejected on the day I e-filed. After panicking for a while, I found the error (sons year of birth was incorrect) I resubmitted it. Will I be processed as if today’s submission is new, or will I have to wait longer because I was rejected earlier? Basically I would like to know if being rejected and refilling a corrected return will cause delays in being re-accepted and will my rejection cause me to have to go through an audit or some other process to get my return? Reply
Not at all I was rejected on the 27th I resubmitted mines shortly thereafter. I was accepted on the 29th. Seems like things are moving pretty smooth this year. Reply
My husband and I were very pleased with Turbo Tax. Not only was the software easy to use; we had a an issue and needed to call customer service. We called and spoke to a representative named Anto. He made very detailed notes about our situation and gave us a case number. He not only fixed our issue; he went above and beyond what we asked for. He ended up transferring me to a representative named Shabora. Although I was on hold for a long time, it was well worth it. My issue was resolved and an additional credit was posted to my account as well, which I wanted, but didn’t expect that it would be so easy. Most companies argue with customers about fees, charges, etc… Turbo Tax is awesome in every aspect. They definitely have us for a customer for life! I also have a very large family; some of which I do their taxes for; so Turbo Tax will be receiving a lot more new customers than they realize; just for going above and beyond for a customer! Awesome company!! Reply
Do you have the number to customer service, I am also having issues and need to speak with someone. Thanks Reply
My husband and I were very pleased with Turbo Tax. Not only was it easy to use; we had a customer service issue that we needed to resolve prior to filing. We called customer service. We explained everything to a representative named Anto. He gave us a case number, made very detailed notes, Reply
The IRS didn’t start processing returns until today so no one will have gotten their refunds yet. Reply
Refunds aren’t going to start being issued until around 2/12/14 today was just the first day they started accepting returns. You can go to its.gov and they have a refund chart that shows when you can expect your moolah 🙂 Reply
Refunds aren’t going to start being issued until around 2/12/14 today was just the first day they started accepting returns. You can go to irs.gov and they have a refund chart that shows when you can expect your moolah 🙂 Reply
I’ve used Turbotax for the last six yrs.I spent lots of money with accountants,H.R.Block etc,etc.I never thought i could do it myself.I’ll spend 29.95 anytime to make 1500.00. Thanks Don/Fl. Reply
Accepted does not mean processed. Your return is processed when WMr says refund approved not accepted Reply
My bank routing and account numbers are correct on my return; but, I mistakenly marked the checking box instead of the savings box. Since I only have a savings account at the bank but the routing and account numbers are correct, will my refund still be deposited? Reply
It depends on whether your bank accepts the deposit or not. Most banks will accept deposits directed to your account if the name, address, and other account info matches. Reply
I am trying to file using the SnapTax app this morning, and there is still a message saying “There is an IRS nationwide delay for all returns, no matter who prepares them. Come back in late January to file your returns with SnapTax.” It’s January 31st, the IRS is going, but this message hasn’t disappeared since I initially did my taxes. Help! Reply
Hi, I have not heard about anyone having a problem. The IRS began processing tax returns at 6:00 AM and we have been accepting tax returns since January 2. Can you please log in and try again. Let us know if you see this again. Hopefully you’ll be able to file within 10 minutes. Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply
I’m having the same problem! I’m so pissed because I spent the time to do it on the app, and now it won’t let me file…can you please fix?
I don’t want to be a “wet blanket”,.. but why use Turbo Tax when AARP has free filing sites and the IRS has their “File Free” site too. On the other hand….. sit tight and don’t rush into the maze. YOUR money isn’t going anywhere Reply
Here is some information that may help some of you understand the IRS process. Let me start by saying this: First of all, everyones tax situation is different. Just because you submitted your forms on Jan 20 and Jane Doe did too, doesnt mean you will both be accepted. Second, there is s process that happens when you hit the “submit” button. it has to be received, accepted/rejected, processed and then the refund can be issued (which is a whole other process) Third, If you have mortgage interest, student loan interest, EIC, and other deductions or credits, the forms for submitting those or the guidelines for getting those credits may not be updated yet. Example: Last year the IRS forms for mortgage interest were not going to be available and updated until March 15th (if I remember correctly) because of some changes that were being made at the federal level. Therefore, people who were claiming mortgage interest had to wait to file or not receive that credit (trust me when I say that is a credit you want to wait for). Fourth, There is a difference between proccessing your return and accepting your return. if you are getting an “accepted” message that just means that it has been recieved by the IRS. “Processing” means they are actually doing something with it. My recommendation to those of you that are doing your own taxes is to go to the IRS.gov website and educate yourselves. This could get you even more money in your return. PS. There are special rules for a child turning age 17 on or before December 31st of that filing year can still be claimed as a dependent. Students attending a post secondary accredited educational facility can be claimed as a dependent or they can claim themselves, if you claim that child as a dependent and they also need to file a tax return they cannot claim themselves or any tuition credit. Reply
Hi, Thank you for your comment. There’s no need for people to read through IRS publications, that’s what TurboTax is here for. We are up to date with all of the latest tax laws and we give taxpayers the tax deductions and credits they’re eligible for when they answer simple questions about themselves. Regarding people not being able to claim mortgage interest, that was last tax season and doesn’t have to do with this tax season. Last tax season was delayed due to Congress voting on the American Taxpayer Relief Act, which is not the case this tax season. Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply
Hi, I have problem with fixing the Federal tax returns this year as I had ITIN for my spouse for 2012 and using SSN this year. Filed with prior PIN and wrong DOB of my spouse. —- Rejected with status codes IND-032-01 – ‘SpousePriorYearPIN’ or ‘SpouseElectronicFilingPIN’ or ‘SpousePriorYearAGIAmt’ in the Return Header must match the e-File database. F1040-526-01 – If ‘PINTypeCd’ in the Return Header has the value “Self-Select On-Line” and Form 1040, Line 2 checkbox “Married filing jointly” is checked (element ‘IndividualReturnFilingStatusCd’ has the value 2), and ‘SpecialProcessingLiteralCd’ does not have a value and ‘SpecialProcessingLiteralCd2’ does not have a value and ‘SpecialProcessingCodeTxt’ does not have a value and ‘SpouseDateOfDeath’ does not have a value, then ‘SpouseBirthDt’ in the Return Header must match the e-File database Re-entered the Correct DOB with the 2012 electronic PIN . —-> Rejected But only with this error code IND-032-01 – ‘SpousePriorYearPIN’ or ‘SpouseElectronicFilingPIN’ or ‘SpousePriorYearAGIAmt’ in the Return Header must match the e-File database After rejection , I selected the alternate option of using 2012 AGI. — Expected result Waiting for Acceptance or Rejection. After searching the blog and the correct procedure is to : If you have never filed before, or if you filed last year using an ITIN and you have a Social Security Number this year, select I am a first-time filer or I did NOT file a 2012 tax return on the prior year information screen. My Suggestion is Turbo Tax did not detect the wrong DOB entered for Federal and State tax returns. since I used the ITIN for 2012 and SSN for 2013 , it didn’t matched the SSN and ITIN properly and could not guide the users properly . Hope this is useful for other users who are using ITIN for 2012 returns and ssn this year. Reply
I was rejected also on jan 28th I fixed my return and resent then the same day does that mean I go to the back of the line Reply
yep, i filed mine w/tax act on 1/17 and recv’d an email on 1/25 that it was accepted by the IRS. Reply
if your agent file for you need to ask the agent if TurboTax did not do them with you. But next year please They have my full endorsement. Reply
Did anyone get an APPROVED status on “wheres my refund” last year before the irs offically opened and started proccesing/accepting returns? Reply
Im sure accepted means no flag errors to reject, if irs show not approve yet will start morn of 31st. Reply
Bev, The way I understand and have experienced the process, is that once you send in your taxes, it will say pending; then when the IRS looks at it to make sure all is ok; such as you don’t owe them money, the return is accurate, etc…, then it will show accepted; then as they are working on it, it will say processing; then when it’s done, it will say either completed or processed. You can set it up so that you get emails and/or text messages when each step happens. You do that through Turbo Tax. It asks you towards the end. I hope this helps. Good luck! Reply
NO IT WILL GET ACCEPTED WHEN IRS BEGINS, NOT BEFORE BUT USING ONLINE WILL GET YOU INLINE TO GET EXCEPTED SOONER 24 TO 48 HRS AND SINCE THERE NO GONERNMENT SHUTDOWN OR ISSUES RIGHT NOW THE DELAYS ARENT AS SIGNIFICANT AS LAST YEARS WAS Reply
The IRS didn’t start processing returns until today, the 31st, so no one will have gotten their refunds yet.
Yes , i did last year, makes me think that they start working on them long before the opening date Reply
My daughter files a short form income tax return. She has colleg loan interest to deduct of over 1,000. Can she still file the short form? If so, where does she add it? Also if we pay her college loan, can we deduct the loan interest on our return? Reply
If you claiming her as your dependent then you deduct it. If you not, then she deducts it on 1040A or 1040. Reply
The only thing Im dissappointed in is being auto upgraded for no reason. I paid $56 to prep and e-file my fed and state. After I paid the fee, I checked to see how much it cost me last year and it was only $14.99. Next year I will check other sites to see what theres fees are. I dont own a home or anything, and nothing has changed since last year so why the change in fees??!!! Just ridiculous. Reply
I did my taxes and received an rejection error due to my priors year pin. I contacted the irs and they stated that they couldn’t give me a pin however I could use my aig from last year. But I keep getting redirected to enter my pin. What should I do? Reply
They have began accepting them men was filed the day before yesterday and it was rejected I resent it and I got a acceptance today and I sent my daughters through and she was also accepted by the irs. It says congratulations you were accepted early by the irs. Reply
It clearly states for ppl who got it accepted early was for testing purposes only and does not mean ur tax return was actually excepted its pretty much a slap to the face. Reply
ND-689-01 – The year of the ‘PrimarySignatureDt’ in the Return Header must be equal to the processing year. Any clue what this means? got rejected Reply
I had this happen too. It means you typed in the wrong year when you provided your e-signature (the section where you type in a PIN and your AGI from last year). I put 2013 instead of 2014 by mistake. All you need to do is go back and change the date to whatever the date is that you file and be sure to put 2014 as the year. Reply
My husband filed his taxes last night and got his notification this morning. I filed mine on the 14th… we both used turbo tax, shouldn’t mine have been accepted first. Wth Reply
I tried filing today but it would not let me pass the State& Wrap it up portion. I did all I needed in that part. What is wrong with it? Reply
I do not use Turbo Tax. I use Tax Act. I did my taxes via Tax Act on 1/28/2014..I received a acceptance from the IRS the same day. So IRS is accepting returns at this point.. Whoever at Turbo Tax saying they are not do not know what there talking about, that is why I do not use them.. Reply
Hi, We published this post the day IRS announced their opening day and can only announce the day they use. Please see our FAQ for reasons that some tax returns may be processed earlier than 1/31 https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1901514-important-dates-and-deadlines-for-2013-federal-tax-returns http://www.irs.gov/uac/Newsroom/2014-Tax-Season-to-Open-Jan.-31;-efile-and-Free-File-Can-Speed-Refunds Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply
I DONT KNW IF MY RETURNS HAS BEEN ACCEPTED ARE REJECTED IT KEEP TELLING ME STILL PENDING DID I DO SOMETHING WRONG IM WORRIED
Hi, Please see our new post regarding IRS processing http://blog-turbotax-intuit-com-develop.go-vip.co/2014/01/31/wheres-my-tax-refund/ Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis
I have a question, I filed my taxes like I do every year but this year it said I had to print my taxes and send them even though I e-filed, what does that mean? does that mean they won’t process my efile? it didn’t give me any special forms, just said I had to send my return in also?
Getting an acceptance letter is not the same as having your return processed. Processing starts 01/31/2014. Everyone can prepare their taxes earlier than 01/31/2014. Its the processing that matters.
Actually Turbo Tax is telling the truth. If you call the IRS the automated machine lets you know bythe 31st of January they will be accepting returns. Reply
LOL, what a dummy….Turbo Tax is saying that because IRS is not back to work until 1/31/14 due to a partial shutdown of the Goverment. Get your facts straight. Reply
lets clear up some…1accept is not approved accept-means no red flag text or spelling ssan and so, then processed then approved then sent. Reply
greeneyezzz, I respectfully disagree with you. I have had nothing but great experiences with Turbo Tax. They have gone above and beyond my expectations with their customer service. My daughter used TaxAct last year and wasn’t happy with them. She’s using Turbo Tax this year. I guess everyone has their own opinions and experiences. That’s why competition is good and we are as consumers that we have more than one choice to make. I’m glad TaxAct works for you. Everyone has a right to their own opinion. That’s why we live in the USA! Good luck and take care. Cindy Reply
Yeah they are accepting early but they are not processing until today…. Submitting early is a bad idea, you may have to wait longer then normal it happened last year with people that filed early before they opened. Reply
Hi Nikki, Rejections can occur due to incorrect social security numbers, names used do not match IRS records, duplicate social security numbers used to name a few. You should receive a rejection code that explains why your tax return is rejected. Here is a list of rejection codes http://www.irs.gov/uac/Common-Error-Reject-Codes-%28ERCs%29-for-Individual-Tax-Returns-&-Suggested-Solutions Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply
Why did I have to pay a $29.99 ‘bank fee’ to have my Free tax return deposited into My bank account???? This is false advertising. Reply
because you chose to have your state direct deposited most likely if not it’s because the free version only allows you to file standard tax forms which are a 1040 or 1040a all extra forms you gotta pay for Reply
I filed with TurboTax on January 6th and was accepted on January 24th. I’m currently awaiting a refund date. Reply
start the reg e-file the 31st… yes a bata was ran to check the sys and some may have their refund-ps check e-mail in morn. Reply
The IRS didn’t start processing returns until today so no one will have gotten their refunds yet. Reply
I am alittle confused. The site says the irs will not start processing returns until January 31 but I got an email yesterday saying mine was denied. Reply
Got a email said my taxes were rejected went back on line they took me through but how do know if its right Reply
They will reject them again if not! You can call or text them to see if all is in line with your return! Had the same problem and I was emailed that IRS excepted mine! Reply
How do I amend 2012 return if I used turbo tax last year? One of my children’s social security numbers were 1 number off? Reply
rejected code IND-943 – The Spouse SSN in the Return Header has been systemically locked based on IRS information which indicates there is not a filing requirement for this SSN ..what does it mean?? Reply
Because it’s a test Run by the IRS they have to know there systems will be able to handle the influx of tax return once they fully open on Friday Reply
Just got email that mine return was rejected. So I fixed it but now I will be back on line as it shows my submission date 01/28/14 before I submitted on 01/15/14, does this mean that my refund will be delayed?? Reply
The IRS didn’t start processing returns until today, Jan 31st, so no one will have gotten their refunds yet. Reply
It says you have to wait o get accepted. What happens if you get denied? Can you file your taxes again? Or make changed to it if u have to Reply
Hi Triana, If your tax return is rejected, you can fix it and resend it. Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply
what is going with the filing of State returns it accepted my Federal but something about form updates for State?
Mine was accepted 1/25/2014. How do we know if we are first in line and what exactly does it meant that it is accepted? Reply
Hi Lashavia, The IRS will begin processing tax returns on 1/31. Once the IRS processes your tax return they will update your status to refund approved in their “Where’s My Refund” tool http://www.irs.gov/Refunds/Where%27s-My-Refund-It%27s-Quick,-Easy,-and-Secure. Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply
I received a rejection today due to wrong number for Employer EIN made the correction and it was successful. Do anyone know when they will be received by IRS? Reply
Hi Tiara, The IRS e-file open day is 1/31, they will begin processing your return on that day. Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply
does the irs accept tax returns 24 hours of the day or only during there hours of operation? i filed my return on 1/29 got rejected because i missed typed a number in my social fixed it on 1/30/ and today it is still pending Reply
Hi Ebony, Here is more information regarding IRS refund process http://blog-turbotax-intuit-com-develop.go-vip.co/2014/01/31/wheres-my-tax-refund/ Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis
I have been filing with Turbo Tax for about 5-6 years now. I recommend them highly. I prepare my taxes, my children’s taxes and my mom’s taxes. One year I used a competitor and was quite dissatisfied. Thanks Turbo Tax, you’re worth every penny! Reply