Haven’t Received California’s Inflation Relief Payment Yet? Second Round of Direct Deposit Payments Begin Friday

An estimated 23 million Californians are expected to receive an inflation relief payment of at least $200 between October and January.

The first round of direct deposit payments started going out Oct. 7.

The second round of direct deposit began Friday and continue in November.

The payments come after lawmakers in June approved the Middle Class Tax Refund — a direct response to inflation taking a toll on Americans’ wallets, especially in the California, where gas is over $6 per gallon and every day grocery items cost more than ever before.

Eligible Californians will receive $200 to $1,050, depending on tax filing status and income.

The first round of prepaid debit cards were mailed out Monday and some Californians can expect to receive those beginning Tuesday.

Below is a breakdown of California’s current timeline for payment disbursement.

When Will I Receive My Debit Card in the Mail?

If you received a Golden State Stimulus payment:

If you did not receive the Golden State Stimulus payment or have changed your bank account information since filing your 2020 tax return:

Will I Still Receive a Direct Deposit If I Haven’t Gotten it Already?

The short answer — yes. But it depends on a few factors.

Californians who received a Golden State Stimulus check should receive a direct deposit by Tuesday, Oct. 25.

If you did not receive the Golden State Stimulus, but are still eligible for the inflation relief payment, you should see the direct deposit between Oct. 28 and Nov. 14, according to the state,

Millions of Californians can look forward to some relief. Mekahlo Medina reports for Today in LA on Friday Oct. 7, 2022.

Who is Eligible for the Payment?

Payment amounts vary on income and 2020 taxes. Below is a breakdown of payment amounts, according to the California Franchise Tax Board.

Joint Filers

Head of Household Filers

Other Individuals