Can I get a replacement if I've lost my stimulus package tax rebate check?

Question

I just got my $1200 check a week or 2 ago. It is made out to both me and my husband (his name first since he is the man, of course!) Now I can't find it. It is not endorsed or signed yet. Please tell me there is some way to get a new one if it is actually lost. I don't think anyone else could have gotten hold of it.

Answer 1

The reason your hub's name is first is because YOU let him put his name first on the tax return.  It's not a law or a rule, it's just what most people do....

As for lost, look for the next 4 weeks and if it's still missing, then download form 3911 and send it to the service center.

Answer 2

you can but it will take a while to get the other check

Answer 3

for lost or stolen IRS checks: here is some information from the IRS website: www.irs.gov Frequently asked questions:

you need to know whether a federal tax refund check that was issued to you has been cashed, you can call [phone] and request Form 3911 (PDF), Taxpayer Statement Regarding Refund.

If you are inquiring about a check that was issued to someone other than yourself, the IRS is not allowed under the Privacy Act of 1974 to disclose any information.

Answer 4

You will need to report it to the IRS 1-800-TAX-1040.

You will have to wait on hold a long time.

It may be faster to diligently search high and low to find the original check.  It could take 8-12 weeks or longer to get a replacement check.

Answer 5

Call 1-800-829-0582, extension 726 and tell the representative that you have lost the check. They will initiate the process of getting a new one, although it could take up to 6 weeks before it arrives.