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After you file

No, you don't need to file an amended return. The IRS will verify the information you entered about the stimulus checks against the information they have on their end and will adjust the refund amount accordingly.

 

However, due to this, if you were getting a refund, that will be delayed and there is no timeline on how long the IRS will take to reconcile this information and issue the adjusted refund.