Updated June 25, 2020 If you're a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or qualifying resident alien, not a dependent of another taxpayer and have a work eligible Social Security number, you may be eligible for an Economic Impact Payment. Even if you don't normally file taxes or are experiencing homelessness you may still qualify for a payment. You may also get an additional $500 for each qualifying child. To get this $1,200 payment, sign up at IRS.gov by October 15, 2020. No income is required and registering won't result in you owing taxes. To sign up, you'll need: Name, mailing address and an email address Date of birth and valid Social Security number Bank account information, if you have one Identity Protection PIN, if you've received one from the IRS License or state ID, if you have one Name, SSN and relationship for qualifying children Visit IRS.gov/coronavirus for details.
