Do I have to wait for letter 6475 to continue my tax return.

Yes, you should wait to file until you receive the IRS letter 6475. Using the figures in this specific document will not only help you report your 2021 stimulus payment correctly but it will also help you avoid significant tax return and refund processing delays.

If you’re ready to file, but don’t have your letter, there is an alternative. You can create an ID.me account to verify the details from the letter.

Here’s how to check your Economic Impact Payment:

• Create a new ID.me account (if you don’t have one) by going to: IRS: Your Online Account
• Click Sign into your Online Account
• Click ID.me Create New Account
• Follow the on-screen instructions to provide information to set up the secure ID.me account. 

Once you’ve created an ID.me account, you can access your online account at the link directly above.

Additional information: IRS Letters 6419 and 6475 for the Advance Child Tax Credit and Third Stimulus: What You Need to Know