California Stimulus Check Calculator
Calculate your Golden State Stimulus II payment amount and check eligibility
Golden State Stimulus II Eligibility
Must be between $1 and $75,000 to qualify
Must be between $0 and $75,000 to qualify
Stimulus Check Results
Not Eligible: California AGI must be between $1 and $75,000
Please review the eligibility requirements and update your information.
Key Eligibility Requirements
Golden State Stimulus II Payment Amounts
| Tax ID Type | GSS I Status | Dependents | GSS II Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSN | Qualified for GSS I | Has dependents | $500 |
| SSN | Did not qualify for GSS I | No dependents | $600 |
| SSN | Did not qualify for GSS I | Has dependents | $1,100 |
| SSN | Qualified for GSS I | No dependents | $0 (Not eligible) |
| ITIN | Qualified for GSS I | Has dependents | $1,000 |
| ITIN | Qualified for GSS I | No dependents | $0 (Not eligible) |
Note: ITIN holders who did not qualify for GSS I may still be eligible for GSS II payments based on their circumstances.
Important Dates
Tax Filing Deadline
October 15, 2021
Must file 2020 tax return
Payments Start
August 27, 2021
First GSS II payments issued
Program Status
Concluded
All eligible payments processed
Quick Reference
GSS II payments ranged from $500-$1,100
No additional forms required beyond tax filing
Payments automatically issued to eligible taxpayers
Both SSN and ITIN holders could qualify
Understanding Golden State Stimulus II
What is Golden State Stimulus II?
The Golden State Stimulus II (GSS II) was California's second round of state-funded stimulus payments, designed to provide financial relief to eligible Californians during the COVID-19 pandemic. Payments began in August 2021 and were automatically issued to qualifying taxpayers.
Eligibility Criteria
- •California resident for more than half of 2020
- •Filed 2020 tax return by October 15, 2021
- •California AGI between $1 and $75,000
- •Wages between $0 and $75,000
- •Cannot be claimed as a dependent
Payment Amounts
GSS II payment amounts varied based on several factors including tax identification type, previous GSS I qualification status, and whether dependents were claimed on the 2020 tax return.
Maximum Payments:
- $1,100: SSN holders who didn't qualify for GSS I and claimed dependents
- $1,000: ITIN holders who qualified for GSS I and claimed dependents
- $600: SSN holders who didn't qualify for GSS I and claimed no dependents
- $500: SSN holders who qualified for GSS I and claimed dependents
Historical Information: GSS II payments have concluded. This calculator is for informational purposes to understand past eligibility and payment amounts.