If I didn’t get my stimulus check on my last tax return because of an error on my part will it be applied to my 2020 return when I correct it?

Level 15

Dec 28, 2020 5:00:01 PM

If you are eligible for a stimulus payment based on your 2020 tax return, you will get the payment as a credit on the 2020 tax return.

Level 15

Dec 28, 2020 6:29:41 PM

@stevewuzhere - look at Line 30 of Form 1040, which is where the stimulus will appear if you are eligible.

Level 15

Dec 28, 2020 8:41:04 PM

if there is an error on 2019, amend to correct it.

But it is the 2020 return that controls the stimulus rebate.

Level 15

Dec 29, 2020 3:05:51 AM

I just re-read your actual question..

if there is an error om your 2019 return, fixing that error will not cause the stimulus to be paid. But you need to fix the error.

What will cause the stimulus to be paid is submission of the 2020 tax return,. This is a IRS FAQ that is similar to what you are asking:

Q B9. If the IRS used my 2018 tax return and determined that I am not eligible for a payment, and I later file my 2019 tax return that changes my eligibility, will the IRS issue a payment in 2020 based on the 2019 tax return? (updated November 24, 2020)

A9. No. If the IRS determined that you were ineligible for a payment based on your 2018 tax return prior to your filing a 2019 return, the IRS will not issue you a payment in 2020.

If you meet the eligibility requirements based on your tax information in 2020, you may be eligible to claim the Recovery Rebate Credit when you file your 2020 federal income tax return in 2021.

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If I didn’t get my stimulus check on my last tax return because of an error on my part will it be applied to my 2020 return when I correct it?

Q B9. If the IRS used my 2018 tax return and determined that I am not eligible for a payment, and I later file my 2019 tax return that changes my eligibility, will the IRS issue a payment in 2020 based on the 2019 tax return? (updated November 24, 2020)