Why You May Not Have Received Your Stimulus Check
Common reasons include an outdated address on file with the IRS, a closed bank account, or a payment being returned as undeliverable. Some payments were also sent to dependents or nonfilers who did not file a tax return in the required year.
How to Trace a Missing Stimulus Payment
The IRS provides a free online tool to locate missing Economic Impact Payments. You can also call the IRS stimulus payment hotline or check your account transcript for deposit or mailed check details.
What to Do If Your Stimulus Check Was Never Received
If the payment was returned or never arrived, you may be able to claim the amount as a credit when you file your federal tax return. Keep records of your payment information and any IRS correspondence.
For official guidance and updates, visit the IRS Economic Impact Payments page at https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payments.
