I want my stimulus check mailed NOT direct deposit

Level 15

Apr 9, 2020 6:14:56 AM

the default is a check unless you provided your banking account information to the IRS (or social security)

New Member

Apr 21, 2020 2:03:56 PM

I've been hearing that turbo tax is having paper checks sent to temporary bank account instead of it being mailed to me like I wanted

Level 15

Apr 21, 2020 2:05:53 PM

not true. Turbo Tax has nothing to do with this.

The IRS will direct deposit to whatever they have on file for you. if that account is closed, then it will send out a paper check.

you can update your financial information here:

Check the IRS website and update your bank information if necessary.

AGI is line 7 on your 2018 return and line 8B on your 2019 return. Refund is line 21a of the 2019 tax return. and line 20a for 2018