570 | Additional account action pending
This code indicates the IRS has placed the account into a pending status while additional internal action or review is being completed.
What This Code Means
Code 570 reflects that the IRS has paused normal processing because additional account-level action is required. This may involve verification, internal review, reconciliation of reported amounts, or other administrative processing steps. The code signals that the return or refund cannot proceed until the pending action is resolved. It does not specify the exact reason for the hold and does not automatically indicate an audit or fraud determination. It represents a temporary processing state while the IRS completes required account actions.
Where Users Usually See This Code
- On an IRS account transcript under transaction entries
- During refund processing when progress appears paused
- After return filing when additional review steps are initiated
Why This Code Appears
- The IRS identified information requiring verification
- Account reconciliation or adjustment review is pending
- Automated review processes flagged an item for further action
- Refund issuance is temporarily paused pending resolution
What Typically Happens Next
- A resolving code such as 571 or 572 may post once action is completed
- The account may update with refund issuance or adjustment entries
- Additional transaction codes may appear indicating review outcomes
What This Code Is Not
- It is not confirmation of an audit by itself
- It is not a refund denial
- It is not a final account adjustment
Troubleshooting Checklist
- □ Monitor the transcript for resolution codes such as 571 or 572
- □ Review whether additional review-related codes appear
- □ Avoid assuming final outcome until further updates post
- □ If extended delays occur, consult official IRS resources
Notes And Edge Cases
Code 570 may remain on the transcript until a corresponding resolution code posts. The time between 570 and resolution varies depending on workload and review complexity. In some cases, multiple 570 entries can appear for the same tax year if additional actions occur. The cycle date associated with the entry may provide timing context but does not guarantee resolution speed.