The IRS provided three sets of stimulus payments during the pandemic, but there is no new federal stimulus payment or rebate program being distributed by the IRS to date, October 2025. The IRS still provides tools for tracking refunds and for tracking your tax rebates. Here is a detailed update on the history, the most recent rumors, and official guidance on stimulus checks, as well as a summary table and the most frequently asked questions about the 2020 IRS Stimulus Payment.
History of 2020 Stimulus Payments
The COVID-19 pandemic caused severe economic disruptions, which caused Congress to authorize three major Economic Impact Payments during 2020 and 2021. The three payments provided critical financial assistance to millions, starting with the first payment of $1,200 which was disbursed in April 2020. The second payment was for $600 and took place in early 2021, and the last payment of $1,400 was disbursed throughout 2021.
Current Status: October 2025
Statements on social media about stimulus payments or rebates being offered during October 2025 have not been verified, so it is best to assume there is no federally issued payment. The IRS, U.S. Treasury, and Congress have not issued any direct federally issued stimulus payments for 2025. The final opportunity to claim federally issued stimulus payments for 2020 or 2021 payments that were not received closed on April 15, 2025.
New Refund Tracker Tool
According to the IRS, there is no new stimulus being issued currently, so people who did receive regular tax refunds and are waiting for a tax refund issued by the IRS, they may use the “Where’s My Refund?” tool. You may use the automated system to track the status of the refund being processed by the IRS, and it requires the citizen’s Social Security number, filing status, and the exact amount of the refund. You get updated information every 24 hours and there is a mobile app that allows you to track the information on your phone.
Fact Check: Rumored October 2025 Payments
Reports of a $1,390 or $725 stimulus “deposit” mentioned for October 2025 are unsubstantiated. The claims have not been validated, and all assessments of available information on the subject indicate that it is incorrect information. Only an action from the government can enable new federal relief payments to be issued.
Table: IRS 2020 Stimulus Data (Summary)
| Payment Round | Amount | Claim Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| First | $1,200/person | Expired |
| Second | $600/person | Expired |
| Third | $1,400/person | April 15, 2025 |
Significant Points to Note
While the official deadlines for claiming the original pandemic stimulus payments have passed, taxpayers should keep claiming the ongoing credits such as the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Child Tax Credit. Taxpayers can also track their refund using the IRS tools. Any new federal stimulus or rebate will only be issued by the IRS or Congress, and these will be announced through official channels.
Frequently asked questions
1. Is there a new IRS stimulus payment in October 2025?
There will be no federal stimulus payment in October 2025. Any claims of such deposits are unsubstantiated and will not be issued by the IRS and Congress.
2. Can I still claim my 2020 or 2021 stimulus payment?
No, the deadline for claiming your stimulus payments for the pandemic-era Economic Impact Payments was April 15, 2025. As such, any unclaimed funds have been returned to the Treasury.
3. How do I track my IRS refund?
You can track your refund using the IRS “Where’s My Refund?” tool, or through the IRS2Go app by entering your Social Security number, filing status, and refund amount for updates.
