about 6 weeks
After successful verification, it takes about 6 weeks to complete processing. The return will be rejected and investigated as identity theft/tax fraud if: Verification fails to confirm your identity or that you filed the return. If the verification process is not completed, or can’t be completed.

When you verify your identity with the IRS?

What happens after I successfully verify? If we successfully verify your identity, we’ll process your tax return. It will take up to 9 weeks to receive your refund or credit any overpayment to your account.

How do I comply with IRS identity verification?

How Do I Comply With Verification? The IRS offers only two ways to verify your identity: Online at the IRS Identity Verification Service website; By phone at the toll-free number listed on your 5071C Letter; Only those who receive a 5071C Letter should use the verification system. The letters are sent to you via U.S. mail.

When do I need to use id verify?

In some instances, you will need to verify your identity with the IRS. This helps prevent an identity thief from getting your refund. Use ID Verify only if you have a: If you received a 4883C letter or a 6330C letter, follow the instructions on the letter. You can’t use ID Verify.

Where do I get my identity verification letter?

Only those who receive a 5071C Letter should use the verification system. The letters are sent to you via U.S. mail. They are never emailed, and the IRS does not initiate verification requests by phone.

What happens if I cant verify my identity online?

If we can’t verify your identity online or over the phone, we will ask you to schedule an appointment and bring the documents listed above to your local IRS office to verify in person. What happens after I successfully verify? If we successfully verify your identity, we’ll process your tax return.