For weeks, taxpayers have been desperately seeking answers on Economic Impact Payments (EIPs, or stimulus checks). Today, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced that it will add 3,500 telephone representatives to answer some of the most common questions.
That’s good news. But the IRS reminds taxpayers that telephone assistance and other services will remain limited. The IRS recommends that taxpayers check out the IRS website for the most commonly asked questions related to EIPs. The IRS regularly posts new and updated answers to the most frequently asked questions about Economic Impact Payments and the Get My Payment tool.
If you’re looking for the status of your check, click over to Get My Payment. The IRS continues to update the tool as it processes the remaining payments for delivery.
If you are eligible for a check but aren’t required to file a tax return, you can use the Non-Filers tool. It’s available in English or Spanish to register for payment.
It’s worth noting that there is not – as yet – a dedicated public number for EIPs. The IRS says that the answers to most stimulus check questions will be available on the automated message for those who call the phone number provided in the letter that you’ll receive (Notice 1444). If you need additional assistance after the message, you’ll have the option of talking to a telephone representative.
Hopefully, more answers will be coming soon: the IRS anticipates bringing back additional assistors as state and local advisories permit.
