The IRS Free File deadline for claiming unclaimed stimulus or child tax credits was November 17th. Don’t worry, though; that cash isn’t gone forever. You still have until the 2023 tax filing season to request any refunds you may be entitled to.
About 9 million individuals were supposed to get payments but did not do so because they were either exempt from filing or needed additional time.
Eligibility for both of these handouts, however, was determined by the IRS based on submitted tax forms. Keep reading to learn how to claim your rightful share of the stimulus checks and child tax credits. Examine whether or not your state is sending out stimulus checks this month for more details.
The deadline for filing tax returns for those who needed an extension or who hadn’t yet filed this year was October 17. Additionally, Form 1040 had to be sent by that date in order to avoid a late filing penalty.
You have until February 15, 2023, to file if you were affected by recent natural catastrophes like Hurricane Ian. However, the deadline to register was Tuesday, November 15 if you live in a state or territory where the Federal Emergency Management Agency has declared a catastrophe, such as Kentucky or Missouri.
Why I Haven’t Received My Child Tax Credit Money?
Don’t panic if you missed the above dates to file for your Child Tax Credit or stimulus money. Even though you won’t be getting that cash until you submit your taxes in 2023, you can still get it then.
Although the deadline to file for the refund is Tax Day in 2025, you should do so as soon as feasible.
If you filed your taxes this year but haven’t yet received your stimulus check or Child Tax Credit money, there may be other factors to consider.
- No bank account has been established for you.
- You just submitted your first application.
- Those living with you come from a variety of social backgrounds.
- You haven’t informed the Internal Revenue Service or the United States Postal Service that you’ve moved.
- Currently, you find yourself without a place to stay.
- Limited or no access to the internet
If none of the above is accurate, it may be time to call the IRS at 800-919-9835 or send in Form 3911 to request a payment trace.
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