In the United States, there are still many people waiting to get their stimulus check from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), corresponding to the extraordinary payments that are still in circulation. Although for some this deposit has already been issued, other taxpayers are still waiting for notification of the exact date their money will be sent to them.
The IRS has implemented a specific tool to facilitate this query. This is the “Get My Payment” function, an online platform that allows citizens to check the status of their check, as well as add bank details if they are not yet in the agency’s database. This option is essential for those who have not yet received their payment, either due to a lack of information or logistical errors in delivery.
It should be noted that the amounts are not the same for everyone, as they depend on each person’s tax and family situation. However, it is possible to reach $1,400 per individual, $2,800 for married couples filing jointly, and an additional $1,400 for each dependent listed. Therefore, it is essential to stay informed and periodically check the status of the payment.
How to use the Get My Payment tool
To access this IRS platform, you need to have certain personal information to hand. Taxpayers should have to hand their Social Security number, date of birth, postal address used on the last tax return and a copy of the most recent return filed with the IRS. Once these details have been entered into the system, you can find out if the payment has been scheduled.
The system offers three possible responses: if the deposit has already been processed, the message that appears is “Status of payment”, accompanied by the exact date of dispatch. In the event that the payment has not yet been processed but the taxpayer meets the requirements, the tool will indicate that the date is not yet available. Finally, if a “Need More Information” message appears, it means that the check was returned to the IRS because it could not be delivered by the post office.
That said, those who get this last message should update their information in the system or request assistance directly from the agency to resolve the issue. In some cases, this may involve adding or correcting direct deposit information.
When will the $1,400 stimulus check arrive?
The IRS is currently continuing the weekly distribution of these payments via direct deposit, paper checks, and prepaid debit cards, in coordination with the Treasury Department. To date, more than 127 million checks have been sent out, with a cumulative value of $325 billion.
The good news is that the payment period remains active during the first half of 2025, and in the event that there are still payments pending issuance, the agency has confirmed that it will extend this process for an additional quarter. This means that the last checks could arrive as late as September 2025, giving a wider margin for all qualifying taxpayers to receive what they are entitled to.
Therefore, there is no fixed and universal day to get the stimulus payment, as each case depends on multiple factors such as when the return was filed, whether the IRS has updated banking information, or whether the previous check was returned. Hence the importance of frequently checking the Get My Payment tool, to make sure that the money is not getting stuck in the system due to lack of information or some minor error.
Avoid missing the stimulus check out
To avoid unnecessary delays, it is essential to make sure that your tax information is fully up to date. It is also advisable to set up direct deposit, as this method is usually much faster and safer than physical delivery by mail.
So, in this sense, although there is no single date for everyone, the IRS guarantees that each payment will be processed on time and delivered within the official deadline. The key is to be proactive, verify personal data and use the available digital tools so as not to lose a single dollar of the economic stimulus.
