When Do Food Stamps Get Deposited

When Do Food Stamps Get Deposited? The timing of food stamp deposits, also known as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, can vary depending on several factors. Typically, deposits are made on a specific day of each month, assigned based on the last digit of the recipient’s Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card number. Deposits may be available as early as the 1st of the month or as late as the 28th. To find out the exact deposit date, individuals can check their state’s SNAP agency website or contact their local SNAP office. It’s important to note that these dates can be subject to change, especially during holidays or weekends, so staying informed about any potential variations is crucial.

When Do Food Stamps Get Deposited?

Your Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card will receive deposits on a predetermined schedule. These deposits occur automatically and vary depending on your state’s chosen deposit schedule. To ensure timely receipt of your benefits, keep track of your state’s schedule and plan accordingly.

Scheduling Your Benefits

States typically follow one of two main deposit schedules:

Monthly Schedule: Benefits are deposited on the same day each month, usually between the 1st and the 15th.
Staggered Schedule: Deposits are made on different days throughout the month, typically based on your case number’s last digit.

To determine your state’s specific deposit schedule, consult the state’s official website or contact your local food stamp office.

Scheduled Deposit Day Information

### Deposit Schedule	### States
Monthly Schedule	Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Staggered Schedule	Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Florida, Maine, Mississippi, New Mexico, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas

### Deposit Schedule

### States

Monthly Schedule

Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Staggered Schedule

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Florida, Maine, Mississippi, New Mexico, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas