<p>Hi, </p>
<p>2013 was my first year filing taxes (I didn't have a job before that) and I received my tax return check about a week ago. However, I am unable to access my transcript. Every time I try to create an account on the IRS site, it tells me that there is an error in verifying my identity. I even tried ordering a transcript via mail, but got another error message. I need this transcript ASAP for financial aid purposes.... When will I be able to access it?</p>
<p>Apparently there’s an issue accessing transcripts for first time filers. It’s been mentioned in a prior thread (can’t recall which one). Have you tried using the FAFSA/IRS data retrieval tool? I’m guessing that might not work either, but it’s worth a try.</p>
<p>But if it doesn’t work . . . First, contact your college and ask them to be patient - explain what’s going on. Then, contact the IRS and ask for help. Just know this is a systemwide problem - it’s affecting ALL first time filers.</p>
<p>Thank you for your response! I’ll try it out! I actually need a copy of the transcript itself to send to the college, unfortunately. </p>