(WDNews) – The IRS is reminding eligible taxpayers that the deadline to claim missed 2021 stimulus payments is fast approaching. If you missed the Economic Impact Payments issued during the COVID pandemic, you have until April 15, 2025, to file your 2021 tax return and claim the Recovery Rebate Credit, which could result in a payment of up to $1,400.
Around 1 million taxpayers remain eligible for these payments. Many of them either didn’t receive the payments or made mistakes on their tax forms, such as leaving the Recovery Rebate Credit section blank or incorrectly entering $0, even though they were qualified.
The IRS will distribute a total of $2.4 billion to eligible taxpayers. If you qualify, your payment will be sent automatically either via direct deposit or paper check, and you will receive a separate notice confirming the payment.
Key Point: If you haven’t filed your 2021 taxes yet, you must do so before the April 15, 2025, deadline to claim the credit—regardless of how much income you had. Don’t miss your chance to receive your stimulus payment!
