April 2025 Stimulus of $1,702? Who Is Eligible and How to Get It?

If you’ve been hearing about a possible $1,702 stimulus in April 2025, you’re not alone. With rising costs for groceries, rent, and basic utilities, millions of Americans are actively searching for financial relief—and for some, this April could bring exactly that.

While there’s no new federal stimulus check being mailed out nationwide, there are real programs that could deliver payments of up to $1,702 or more in April. These include the Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD), the IRS Recovery Rebate Credit, and unclaimed 2021 tax refunds.

If you’re wondering whether you qualify—or how to apply—this simple guide breaks it down clearly.

Understanding the April 2025 $1,702 Stimulus Opportunity

Let’s be clear: this is not a new federal stimulus program. Instead, this total refers to state and federal benefit programs that may still be available to individuals who qualify. These payments aren’t automatic—you’ll need to take action to receive them.

Three Key Sources for April 2025 Stimulus-Like Payments:

Program	Max Payment Amount	Who Can Qualify	Deadline
Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD)	$1,702	Alaska residents meeting eligibility	March 31, 2025
IRS Recovery Rebate Credit (2021)	$1,400	Taxpayers who missed 3rd stimulus	April 15, 2025
Unclaimed 2021 Tax Refund	Avg. $720–$732	Those who didn’t file 2021 taxes	April 15, 2025

1. Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) – $1,702

The Alaska PFD is one of the most generous state-based payments in the U.S. Funded by the state’s oil revenue savings, this yearly dividend is paid to eligible residents.

Who Qualifies?

You must:

Have been an Alaska resident for all of 2024
Intend to remain in Alaska permanently
Not claim residency in any other state or country
Not have been incarcerated for a felony in 2024

Even children born before January 1, 2025 may qualify if their parents meet the criteria.

How to Apply

Go to pfd.alaska.gov
Submit your online application before March 31, 2025
Provide identity and residency documents
Choose direct deposit for faster payments

Tip: Apply early to avoid delays and ensure your application is error-free.

2. IRS Recovery Rebate Credit (2021) – Up to $1,400

If you missed your third stimulus check from 2021, you may still qualify to receive it—but only if you file your 2021 tax return by April 15, 2025. This money comes from the American Rescue Plan Act and can be claimed using the Recovery Rebate Credit.

Who Qualifies?

U.S. citizen or resident alien in 2021
Valid Social Security Number
Earned under $75,000 (single) or $150,000 (married)
Did not receive the full third stimulus in 2021

People who had babies, moved, or simply didn’t file taxes that year may still be eligible.

How to Claim It

File your 2021 tax return
Use Form 1040 or 1040-SR
Enter the amount on Line 30
Use the IRS “Get My Payment” tool or Notice 1444-C to check what you already received

Important Deadline: April 15, 2025 – After this date, you lose the refund forever.

3. Unclaimed 2021 Tax Refunds – Avg. $720–$732

Over 1.1 million Americans still haven’t filed a 2021 tax return—and could be owed hundreds of dollars. If you had a job in 2021 and federal tax was withheld, you could be owed a refund, even if you didn’t earn much.

Who Qualifies?

You worked in 2021
Federal taxes were withheld (W-2 or 1099)
You didn’t file a tax return for 2021

How to File

Use IRS Free File if your income was under $73,000
Gather your 2021 W-2s, 1099s, and other income documents
File through an IRS-authorized e-file provider or by mail
If you’re missing forms, request a Wage & Income Transcript via IRS.gov

Final Warning: April 15, 2025 is the absolute deadline. After that, any refund goes to the U.S. Treasury—you lose it for good.

Why This Matters

Many Americans don’t realize that they may have money waiting, especially from previous tax years. Programs like the Recovery Rebate Credit and Alaska PFD serve the same purpose as stimulus checks: to provide direct financial relief.