Since 2012, when banks stopped selling paper savings bonds, buyers have been limited to making their purchases electronically, with one exception: You could buy up to $5,000 in paper series I ...

If you’ve used your income tax refund over the years to buy Series I inflation savings bonds as gifts for the kids or ...

However, this option is ending at the end of 2024. Buying paper I-bonds with your income tax refund won't be possible from January 1, 2025. Tax filers will still be able to buy I-bonds online.