Up to $1,400 IRS Stimulus Check – Act Now Before the June Deadline!

If you think you missed your chance to get the third stimulus check worth up to $1,400, there’s some good news — but only if you act fast. The IRS has given eligible Americans until June 30, 2024, to claim this payment, and millions could still qualify. If you haven’t received it yet, this could be your final opportunity to get the money.

Here’s a simplified breakdown of what this is about, who can still get it, how to claim it, and what to do if you’re unsure about your eligibility.

What Is the $1,400 Stimulus Check?

This payment was part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic to help people recover financially. While most eligible Americans received the payment in 2021, some still didn’t — especially those who were low-income, didn’t file taxes, or were unaware they qualified.

This stimulus was officially called the Economic Impact Payment (EIP 3). It offered up to $1,400 per person, including dependents.

Who Is Still Eligible?

If you didn’t receive the third stimulus check or didn’t get the full amount, you may still be eligible. Here’s who should check:

• You earned less than $75,000 as a single filer or $150,000 as a couple in 2021
• You were not required to file taxes in 2021 but still meet income criteria
• You had a baby or added a dependent in 2021
• You didn’t receive the full $1,400 or any payment at all
• You experienced homelessness or didn’t have a permanent address during the time

If any of this applies to you, you can still claim your payment by filing a 2021 tax return.

What Is the Deadline?

The deadline to claim your $1,400 stimulus check is June 30, 2024. This is because the IRS only allows a three-year window to file a tax return and claim a refund. After that, the money is gone — even if you were eligible.

Important: This deadline applies only for the third stimulus check (2021). The deadlines for the first ($1,200) and second ($600) stimulus checks have already passed.

To claim your payment, follow these steps:

1. File a 2021 federal tax return: Even if you weren’t required to file taxes that year, this is necessary to claim the payment.
2. Use IRS Free File: If you earn less than $73,000, you can file your taxes for free using IRS Free File.
3. Claim the Recovery Rebate Credit: When filing, be sure to fill out the section for the “Recovery Rebate Credit.” This is how the IRS knows to send your payment.
4. Provide correct bank info: For faster payment, include your direct deposit details.

You can also get help from local IRS volunteer programs or community tax assistance centers if you’re unsure how to file.

What If I Already Filed But Didn’t Receive It?

If you filed your 2021 taxes and still didn’t receive the stimulus, check the following:

• Make sure you claimed the Recovery Rebate Credit in your tax return.
• Log in to your IRS online account to check your payment status.
• You can also request a tax transcript to see if the IRS issued the payment.

If you made a mistake in your filing or forgot to claim it, you can file an amended 2021 return using Form 1040-X.

Don’t Miss Out on What You’re Owed

This payment could help cover rent, bills, groceries, or any urgent expense — and you don’t have to pay it back. But once the June 30 deadline passes, the IRS will no longer issue these payments.

If you know someone who didn’t receive their stimulus — especially low-income workers, older adults, or those without access to tax filing tools — share this information. Many are still unaware they can still claim it.

Final Reminder

To summarise:

Use IRS Free File or local tax help centers to file before the deadline.

The $1,400 stimulus check from 2021 can still be claimed.

Deadline is June 30, 2024 — after that, the money is forfeited.

You must file a 2021 tax return and claim the Recovery Rebate Credit.