05/18/2026
Georgia Department of Revenue Surplus Checks
The Georgia Department of revenue will begin issuing surplus checks over the next few weeks for Ga residents that filed a 2024 or 2025 tax return. It will be processed the same way their state return was set up for either year. Here are the details and how customers can check their qualification status and track the rebate.
Key Details on 2026 Georgia Tax Rebate:
Eligibility: You must have filed state income tax returns for both the 2024 and 2025 tax years and not owe any debt to the Department of Revenue.
Payment Amounts: Single/Married Separate: Up to $250.Head of Household: Up to $375.Married Joint: Up to $500.
Timeline: Payments began issuing in early May 2026, with most expected to arrive within a 30-day period.
Method: The rebate is delivered via the same method as your tax refund (direct deposit or paper check).
Tracking: Residents can check their status through the official website:
Looking for your 2025 surplus tax refund? Governor Kemp signed HB 1000, Surplus Tax Refund, into law on March 20, 2026. The Georgia Department of Revenue has started issuing surplus tax refunds to eligible Georgia taxpayers.
