How long will transcripts appear on the ID.me/IRS website after paper filing

[jmalelkamel 4]

Hi there, we’re paper filing this year and I know the process is longer by paper - how long does it take for a tax transcript to be available online after filing by paper? We’re still in the I-130 stage but getting close as we filed February 2024, I’m worried if it will take months and months, since I know we will need the recent tax transcripts soon. Thanks in advance! 

[Edward and Jaycel 591]

The IRS website says 6-8 weeks after they receive your paper return

[Edward and Jaycel 591]

Let me clarify.... that is if you are owed a refund or have zero balance. If you have a balance due, they process your return in June and you can request a transcript in mid to late June

 

 

[jmalelkamel 4]

5 hours ago, Edward and Jaycel said:

Let me clarify.... that is if you are owed a refund or have zero balance. If you have a balance due, they process your return in June and you can request a transcript in mid to late June

 

 

Thank you sir! I saw this but wasn’t sure how accurate it was compared to the reality, as I know delays can happen etc  I’ll wait the 6-8 weeks and check since I just am getting a small refund. 

[Edward and Jaycel 591]

23 minutes ago, jmalelkamel said:

Thank you sir! I saw this but wasn’t sure how accurate it was compared to the reality, as I know delays can happen etc  I’ll wait the 6-8 weeks and check since I just am getting a small refund. 

It’s pretty accurate as far as I can tell… come back and update this thread so that your experience can help others