Who won't be getting the $1,400 IRS tax refund and why have they been excluded?
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has been granting refunds of up to $1,400 per person to eligible taxpayers through the Recovery Rebate Credit.
However, not everyone can access this benefit. The deadline to claim this credit is April 15, 2025, and in this note we explain the reasons why you could be excluded.
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Requirements and exclusions for receiving the IRS refund
The 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit was based on the third round of Economic Impact Payments, which were advance payments of this benefit. While many people have already received these funds, some taxpayers may still qualify if they file their tax return before the deadline. However, there are certain cases in which eligibility is ruled out.
1. Income too high
One of the main reasons why a person is not eligible to receive the $1,400 IRS refund is having an adjusted gross income (AGI) above the limits established by the IRS for the 2021 tax year:
- $80,000 for single taxpayers or married taxpayers filing separately.
- $120,000 for heads of household.
- $160,000 for married couples filing jointly.
2. Having been declared as a dependent
If someone else claimed you as a dependent on their 2021 tax return, you cannot file for a refund on your own. However, dependents over the age of 17 may qualify for the stimulus payment if they meet the other eligibility criteria set by the IRS.
3. Lack of a valid Social Security number
The IRS requires applicants to have a valid Social Security number (SSN) to claim the credit. This excludes undocumented individuals, nonresidents, and those who file taxes with an Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN). However, if someone obtained an SSN before the due date for their 2021 return, they may be eligible for the credit.
4. Death of the taxpayer before 2021
If a person died before January 1, 2021, they do not qualify for the Recovery Rebate Credit. If you received a payment on behalf of a deceased person, the IRS requests that the amount be returned. However, if the person died in 2021 or 2022 and met the requirements, they may have been eligible for the benefit.
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Can I still claim my tax refund?
If you didn't file your 2021 tax return, you may still qualify for a refund . The IRS has set a deadline of April 15, 2025, for eligible taxpayers to claim the $1,400 payment. To do so, you must file the appropriate return and make sure you meet the required requirements.
With this information, taxpayers can determine if they qualify for the Recovery Rebate Credit and take appropriate action before the IRS deadline.
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