11/03/2023
Q1. How long will it take to get my Employee Retention Credit? (updated October 19, 2023)
A1. We understand the importance of these credits, and we appreciate the patience of employers and tax professionals as we continue to get valid claims processed – while also protecting against fraud.
On September 14, 2023, amid rising concerns about a flood of ineligible ERC claims, the IRS announced an immediate moratorium through at least the end of the year on processing new ERC claims to protect honest employers from scams.
The IRS is processing ERC claims received before September 14, however, processing has slowed due to the complexity of the amended returns and the increase in aggressive and misleading marketing campaigns luring taxpayers into claiming the ERC when they are not eligible for it. There are very specific eligibility requirements for claiming the ERC, so all claims must be reviewed. We apologize for the delay.
For the most current information about processing, see
We're processing tax returns, payments, refunds and correspondence. However, due to the lingering effects of COVID-19, we continue to experience delays. We are working hard to get through the inventory.
