Yet some people may still be waiting for the money. Here’s who the government is still sending payments to, and what you can do if you’re waiting. If you haven’t received your $1,400 stimulus check, you may still be eligible for the money.

What happens if my stimulus check is destroyed?

If you received your stimulus check by mail but then it was destroyed or stolen, make sure you request a payment trace. If you claim the Recovery Rebate Credit on your 2020 tax return without filing a payment trace, it will be denied, because the IRS will think that you already received the money. Could Someone Else Have Received My Payment?

Are there seniors still waiting for stimulus checks?

CHICAGO (WLS) — Several seniors have said that they are still waiting for their COVID-19 stimulus checks from the federal government. According to the IRS, people who receive Social Security benefits should automatically receive a stimulus check, however many seniors said that those have not arrived.

When do you get your third stimulus check?

Even if you already received your third stimulus check, you may qualify for a “plus-up” payment. The $1,400 stimulus checks initially sent were based, in general, on 2019 tax returns. But once your 2020 tax return is processed, you may qualify for more money, particularly if your income dropped last year or if you added a dependent to your family.

Do you have to file tax return to get stimulus check?

If you do not typically file tax returns or receive federal benefits, the IRS urges you to submit a tax return this year so you can receive your stimulus check. If you make $72,000 or less, you can file your federal tax return for free using the IRS’ Free File program.

Who is eligible for the federal stimulus check?

As with other people who do not typically file tax returns, they may be eligible to use the IRS’ Free File program. People who receive federal benefits are typically among those who receive new stimulus checks sent by the U.S. government each week.