IRS Confirms: Last Chance to Claim $1,400 Stimulus Check Before 2025 Deadline

IRS Confirms: Last Chance to Claim $1,400 Stimulus Check Before 2025 Deadline

By Marcus Hartley

March 19, 2025 at 02:12 PM

The IRS has confirmed that eligible taxpayers can still claim a $1,400 stimulus check through the Recovery Rebate Credit, with claims accepted until April 15, 2025.

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Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must file or have filed a 2021 tax return before April 15, 2025
  • Individual AGI must be $75,000 or less (phases out at $80,000)
  • Married couples filing jointly AGI must be $150,000 or less (phases out at $160,000)
  • Dependents from 2021 qualify for full $1,400 payment regardless of age

Payment Details:

  • Individual maximum payment: $1,400
  • Married couples filing jointly maximum payment: $2,800
  • Total program payout: $2.4 billion
  • Expected to benefit over one million Americans

How to Claim Your Payment:

  1. Check your IRS tax account at IRS.gov
  2. Review your 2021 tax return for previous claims
  3. File your 2021 return before the deadline if you haven't already
  4. Wait for automatic payment if eligible - no additional action required

Important Notes:

  • No amended return needed if you qualify
  • Payments vary based on income, filing status, and dependents
  • Those exceeding income thresholds ($80,000 individual/$160,000 married) won't qualify for full payment
  • Check payment status through your IRS online account
  • The deadline to claim is April 15, 2025

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