You can now claim a tax refund check of up to $500 if you live in this state

Good news for Georgia residents, thanks to the state’s surplus, the state government will send a tax refund of up to $500. This third round of refunds was made possible by the passage of House Bill 112, with the state expected to begin sending checks this week.

“Because we’ve managed our state’s resources wisely, we’re again able to return money to hardworking Georgians who know how best to use it,” said Governor Brian Kemp following the passage of the bill.

“Along with our acceleration of the largest income tax rate cut in state history, this latest refund is just one more way we’re working to support the people of our state, their families, and their businesses, because that’s not the government’s money, it’s theirs!”

Who is eligible for the $500 refund in Georgia?

According to the state Department of Revenue, any Georgia citizen who was a full-year resident in 2023 and 2024 and timely filed their Georgia personal income tax return for 2023 and 2024 is eligible for a refund of up to $500.

To be eligible for the money this week or in the coming weeks, taxpayers must have filed their tax return for tax years 2023 and 2024 by the May 1, 2025, deadline or by October 15, 2025, if they have an extension.

Taxpayers can check their eligibility using the Georgia government’s Eligibility Tool. To use it, you must enter your tax year, Social Security Number (SSN) or Taxpayer Identification Number, and your federal Adjusted Gross Income.

Georgia Tax Refund Amounts

The state tax agency clarifies that the refund amount will depend on the taxpayer’s tax liability for the fiscal year 2023. The amount is capped at:

Eligible individuals do not need to claim the money, as the Department of Revenue will automatically determine their eligibility. Refunds will be sent based on the information provided on each taxpayer’s tax form. Therefore, refunds will be sent via direct deposit or by mail in the form of a check.

Who is not eligible?

Individuals who did not file a Georgia income tax return for tax years 2023 and 2024 by the May 1 or October 15 deadline are not eligible for the refund. Those who filed their 2023 or 2024 return using an ITIN are also ineligible. Taxpayers with $0 in tax owed for the tax year 2023 are also ineligible for the refund.

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