576 | Fraud hold
This code indicates the IRS has applied a hold due to potential fraud review considerations.
What This Code Means
Code 576 reflects that the account has been placed under a fraud-related hold. This status indicates that the IRS is conducting review procedures associated with identity verification or fraud detection protocols. The code does not represent a final fraud determination; it signals that processing is paused pending review. Refund issuance is typically halted while the hold remains active. The presence of code 576 alone does not describe the nature or outcome of the review.
Where Users Usually See This Code
- On IRS account transcripts under transaction codes
- During refund processing when a hold has been applied
- In combination with other review or freeze codes
Why This Code Appears
- Identity verification procedures were triggered
- Fraud detection systems flagged account activity
- Return information requires additional review
- Internal compliance review was initiated
What Typically Happens Next
- Processing pauses until review is completed
- Resolution codes may post once review concludes
- Refund-related entries may appear after hold release
What This Code Is Not
- It is not confirmation of fraud
- It is not a final denial of refund
- It is not automatically an audit code
Troubleshooting Checklist
- □ Monitor the transcript for resolution or release codes
- □ Review official IRS communications regarding identity verification
- □ Avoid assuming final outcome until additional entries appear
- □ Consult official IRS resources if uncertainty persists
Notes And Edge Cases
Fraud-related holds can vary in duration depending on review complexity. The transcript may not specify the reason beyond the code itself. In some cases, identity verification procedures may occur outside the transcript before resolution codes post. The cycle date provides general context but not final timing.