The IRS has sent millions of $ 600 incentive checks. Track yours with this free USPS tool

The IRS is almost done sending it second stimulus controls, after sending nearly 80% (nearly $ 107 billion) to bank accounts through direct deposit (There have been problems) and another 20% ($ 23 billion) by check and EIP debit cards. If you have your $ 600 incentive payment in your bank account nevertheless, it may be time to turn your attention to your mailbox.

You have two easy ways to do this: the first is by using the IRS ‘ stimulus check tracker tool, which can give you an idea of ​​your payment schedule, how it will arrive, your second stimulus check total and if there is one holdup or other error in processing your check. Then, if you discover that your payment is coming in by mail, sign up for a free USPS service that shows you when your mail – including next stimulus control – has been scanned, when it is on its way and when it has been delivered.

Although the second stimulus controls arrive faster this time, there is also one January 15 closing date to receive your payment. If you don’t get it shortly after that date, you should file a claim during tax season to get your money, and that could affect your timeline to get your next check. (Here’s what you need to know about a third stimulus checkWe’ll show you how to use the USPS service to track your stimulus payment by mail. This story was recently updated.

This is how the USPS informed delivery service works

Informed Delivery is a free email tracking service from the USPS that automatically scans your letters and can alert you with an image each time a letter with your name on it is delivered – this of course includes your second incentive payment.

When the USPS runs mailed letters through its automated mail sorting equipment, it automatically creates a digital image of the front of all letter-sized mail, including your stimulus check. Anyone who signs up for informed delivery – note, it can take up to three days to activate your account – can access the information by asking the USPS to notify you when each mail item with your name on it is in transit.

As part of the program, you will receive an email every morning, Monday through Saturday, to notify you of any mail that is delivered to you. You will also see a grayscale image of the front of the letter. Informed Delivery also has a free Android and iPhone app you can use to track deliveries.

Keep in mind that you will see it by logging in all of them your documents scanned by the post office, not just your stimulus check. You can cancel the service at any time.

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How to set up informed delivery and track your incoming email

Informed Delivery has some limitations. For example, it works with many residential and personal PO box addresses, but not with companies. It will also not work for some residential buildings where the postal service has not yet identified every unit.

To check if informed delivery is available in your area, go to the informed delivery page of the mail and tap free sign-up button. Then enter your mailing address and tap Continue. If the service is available, you can create an account.

After that, setting up your account is easy.

1. From the Informed Delivery page of the postal service, tap free sign-up.

2. After entering your mailing address and confirming that it works with the service, you will need to accept the terms and conditions and tap Continue.

3. On the next page, choose your username, password and security questions. Then enter your contact information and tap Continue.

4. On the next page you will need to verify your identity. Crane Verify identity online to receive a verification code on your phone or tap Request the invitation code by email if you want the post to send you a code. If neither method works, you may also have the option of visiting a post office to personally verify your identity.

For more stimulus check details, here’s how calculate an estimate of your total, what we know about one third stimulus check and how some of your rights are changed for the better with a second stimulus check.