Today is the Last Day to Claim Certain IRS Tax Refunds
Today is the Last Day to Claim Certain IRS Tax Refunds
Updated at: July 10, 2026 at 07:30 AM
Attention taxpayers: your money might be waiting for you.
Under federal law, you typically have three years from your original tax return filing deadline to claim a refund.
If you miss this window, the money becomes the property of the U.S.
Treasury, and you forfeit it forever.
Many people, especially those with lower incomes, assume they don't need to file if they don't owe taxes.
However, failing to file means you miss out on potential refunds from withholdings or tax credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit.
Recently, a federal court ruling regarding COVID-19-era disaster declarations created a special deadline of July 10, 2026, for certain taxpayers.
To secure these funds, you must actively file a return or a protective claim.
If you believe you missed a refund during that time or any other year, check your past tax documents immediately.
Don't leave your hard-earned money behind; visit IRS.gov or consult a tax professional to see if you have an unclaimed refund today.
