If you never received a stimulus deposit or check—and the IRS says they paid you—then you should ask the IRS to trace your payment.
The fastest way to initiate a trace is to contact the IRS by calling us at 800-919-9835.
You can also complete Form 3911:
- Write "EIP3" on the top of the form to identify the payment you want to trace.
- Complete the form answering all refund questions as they relate to your Economic Impact Payment.
- When completing item 7 under Section 1:
- Check the box for "Individual" as the Type of return
- Enter "2021" as the Tax Period
- Do not write anything for the Date Filed
- Sign the form. If you file married filing jointly, both spouses must sign the form.
You will generally receive a response 6 weeks after we receive your request for a payment trace, but there may be delays due to limited staffing.
