How long mail stimulus check
The timing of when you can expect to receive your stimulus check, also known as an Economic Impact Payment (EIP), depends on several factors, including:
- Method of payment: The IRS has three ways to deliver stimulus checks:
- Direct deposit: If you have a direct deposit set up with the IRS, your payment will be deposited into your bank account.
- Paper check: If you don't have a direct deposit set up, you'll receive a paper check in the mail.
- Prepaid debit card: In some cases, the IRS may send a prepaid debit card, known as the Economic Impact Payment Card, if you don't have a direct deposit set up.
- Timing of payment: The IRS started sending stimulus checks in mid-April 2020, and the process continued throughout the year. If you're eligible for a stimulus check, you should have received it by the end of 2020.
- Eligibility: To be eligible for a stimulus check, you must have:
- A Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).
- A valid bank account or prepaid debit card.
- A tax filing status of single, married filing jointly, head of household, or qualifying widow(er).
- An adjusted gross income (AGI) below a certain threshold, which varies based on your filing status and family size.
If you haven't received your stimulus check yet, you can:
- Check your bank account: If you have direct deposit set up, check your bank account to see if the payment has been deposited.
- Use the IRS Get My Payment tool: The IRS offers a tool on their website that allows you to check the status of your payment, including the date it was mailed or direct deposited.
- Contact the IRS: If you're still having trouble, you can contact the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 or visit their website for more information.
Remember, the IRS is not responsible for lost or stolen stimulus checks. If you're missing a stimulus check, you may need to contact the IRS or your local post office to report the issue.