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January 4, 2021
Question

Second Stimulus Check -- Amended Return

  • January 4, 2021
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Hello,

 

On my 2019 tax return, I made a mistake saying that I could be claimed as a dependent. I sent in my amended return in April, it processed in August, and I received my updated tax return check via mail in September. I did not receive the first stimulus check due to my error, I know that I can claim it on my 2020 return as I meet all eligibility requirements. My question is, will I be receiving the second stimulus check via direct deposit (since the IRS has that information on file) or mail? Or, will I have to wait to claim this check as a rebate on my 2020 return as well? I know many people that have already received the check and the delay for me has me wondering. The Get My Payment tool on the IRS website still says payment info not available and it has been like that since April, even after my amended return was processed.

 

Thanks for the help.

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DoninGA
Level 15
Level 15
January 4, 2021

If you do not receive the second stimulus payment on or before January 15, 2021 and you are eligible it will be entered on your federal tax return, Form 1040 on Line 30.

The Form 1040 has not been finalized and needs to updated to include the 2nd Economic Impact Payment.

mgv213Author
Level 2
January 4, 2021

Ah, I see. Thank you.