What do I do if I didn’t get the September Child Tax Credit?
What happens if my child tax credit didn’t come
To claim your 2023 Child Tax Credit, you must file a 2023 tax return by April 18, 2025. If you filed a 2023 tax return but didn't get the Child Tax Credit and were eligible for it, you can amend your tax return. Contact your local Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site to see if they file 2023 tax returns.
How do I file a missing child tax credit
Are you missing one or more advanced payments of the 2023 Child Tax Credit (CTC) You may need to request a payment trace with the IRS, especially if your budget largely depends on the monthly check. Before contacting the IRS, you can log in to the Child Tax Credit Update Portal to view your processed payment history.
Can I track my child tax credit check
You can check the status of your payments with the IRS: For Child Tax Credit monthly payments check the Child Tax Credit Update Portal. For stimulus payments 1 and 2 check Where's My Refund.
What number do I call to talk to someone at the IRS
800-829-1040
Contact an IRS customer service representative to correct any agency errors by calling 800-829-1040 (see telephone assistance for hours of operation).
How do I check my EITC status
– It's available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you do not have internet access, call IRS's Refund Hotline at 1-800-829-1954.
Is it too late to claim Child Tax Credit
If you're eligible to claim the 2023 Child Tax Credit, you must file a tax return by April 15, 2025, to claim the refund. IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is a great option for people who are only filing a tax return to claim the 2023 Child Tax Credit.
How do I do a payment trace with the IRS
Use Where's My Refund, call us at 800-829-1954 and use the automated system, or speak with an agent by calling 800-829-1040 (see telephone assistance for hours of operation). However, if you filed a married filing jointly return, you can't initiate a trace using the automated systems.
How does IRS verify child tax credit
To prove: The IRS generally wants one or more documents that show the name of the child, the address you used on your tax return, AND the year that the audit is for. Any "official" document will work as long as it shows these three things. For example, a lease, a school record, or a benefits statement.
Can I chat with a live agent at IRS
IRS Customer Service, Online Live Chat
In March of 2023, the IRS implemented chatbots and live agents to give a quick, online means to contact an IRS representative with simple questions. The automated responses can also answer questions before connecting to a real person.
How do I talk to a real person at the IRS without waiting
How to speak directly to an IRS representativeCall the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 during their support hours.Select your language, pressing 1 for English or 2 for Spanish.Press 2 for questions about your personal income taxes.Press 1 for questions about a form already filed or a payment.Press 3 for all other questions.
Is the IRS sending out EITC refunds yet
Your Refund
By law, the IRS cannot issue EITC and ACTC refunds before mid-February . The IRS expects most EITC/Additional CTC related refunds to be available in taxpayer bank accounts or on debit cards by March 1, if they chose direct deposit and there are no other issues with their tax return.
Have EITC refunds been released
Your tax refund may be delayed if you claim the EITC and file early in the year. The IRS is required to wait until mid-February to issue refunds when the EITC is claimed. Expect a tax refund by March 1, assuming there were no issues with your tax return and you opted for direct deposit, the IRS says.
Why are refunds delayed with a Child Tax Credit
It's all about preventing fraud
Because the EITC is fully refundable, it's been associated with higher levels of fraud. As such, the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act made changes to tax laws that now require the IRS to hold refunds associated with the EITC through mid-February.
What is the time frame for Child Tax Credit
You can claim the child tax credit on the federal tax return (Form 1040 or 1040-SR) that you file by April 18, 2023, or by Oct. 16, 2023, with a tax extension. You'll also need to fill out Schedule 8812 (“Credits for Qualifying Children and Other Dependents”), which is submitted with your 1040.
How long does it take the IRS to trace a payment
within six weeks
If your refund was direct deposited, the financial institution will get a letter within six weeks from the Bureau of the Fiscal Service in the Treasury Department, to verify where the deposit went. If the check hasn't been cashed, you'll get a replacement refund check in about six weeks.
How long does it take the IRS to trace a check
(1) Return Received, (2) Refund Approved, and (3) Refund Sent. Where's My Refund is updated no more than once every 24 hours, usually overnight, so you don't need to check the status more often. The IRS issues more than 9 out of 10 refunds in less than 21 days.
Is the IRS depositing child tax credit
If you claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC), you can expect to get your refund by February 28 if: You file your return online. You choose to get your refund by direct deposit. We found no issues with your return.
Why would the IRS deny child tax credit
Most errors happen because the child you claim doesn't meet the qualification rules: Relationship: Your child must be related to you. Residency: Your child must live in the same home as you for more than half the tax year. Age: Your child's age and student or disability status will affect if they qualify.
What is the best time to call the IRS
A good rule of thumb: Call as early in the morning as possible. Phones are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. (your local time) Monday to Friday, except: Residents of Hawaii and Alaska should follow Pacific time. Puerto Rico hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. local time.
Why is the IRS holding refunds with child tax credits
Why We Hold Your Refund. By law, we can't issue EITC or ACTC refunds before mid-February. This includes your entire refund, not just the part that's related to the credit you claimed on your tax return. If you claim the EITC or ACTC, we may need more information from you about your return.