Reference code 2017.
Savings bond request allowed
Refund paid
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What it means.
The IRS manual's wording:
Savings bond request allowed - more than 3 weeks from refund date
What to do.
Savings bonds were issued over 3 weeks ago. If they have not arrived, ask about non-receipt of Series I bonds.
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Questions people ask
What does reference code 2017 mean?
The refund was issued. The IRS manual's own wording is quoted on this page.
What should I do about code 2017?
Savings bonds were issued over 3 weeks ago. If they have not arrived, ask about non-receipt of Series I bonds.
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