Does H Mart take EBT?
Yes, H Mart takes EBT. If you get SNAP benefits (also called food stamps), you can use your EBT card to buy groceries in-store at most H Mart locations.
You can’t use EBT to shop online at H Mart, but you can use the H Mart store website to check prices at your local H Mart location before you go.
Tips for shopping at H Mart with an EBT card:
- Check your EBT balance before you shop—use an app like Propel to see how much you have left on your card and budget for your H Mart trip
- Make sure you understand the rules about SNAP-eligible food items—bring a backup payment method for anything that’s not SNAP-eligible, like toiletries, paper products, or hot food
- Keep SNAP-eligible items separate from ineligible items in your cart when you’re shopping to make things easier at checkout
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Can you use EBT at H Mart self-checkout?#can-you-use-ebt-at-h-mart-self-checkout
Yes, you can use your EBT card at H Mart at both self-checkout and regular checkout, but not all H Mart locations have self-checkout lanes.
If you prefer self-checkout, you should call an H Mart location near you to ask if they have self-checkout lanes. To find your local H Mart, use the online store locator tool.
Can you split your payment between an EBT card and cash at H Mart?#can-you-split-your-payment-between-an-ebt-card-and-cash-at-h-mart
Yes, you can use multiple payment methods for one grocery shop, also called “splitting your payment” at H Mart. EBT, like any kind of payment, can be used in combination with other payment methods like cash, debit, or credit.
When you’re checking out, let the H Mart cashier know that you’d like to split your payment and how much of your SNAP benefits you would like to use.
If you are using self-checkout at H Mart, you will be able to select the split payment method and type into the system how much you would like to use for each method.
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Can you use EBT at H Mart online?#can-you-use-ebt-at-h-mart-online
No, you can’t use your EBT card to buy groceries online at H Mart. You must shop in person at an H Mart near you. There are other grocery stores that do accept EBT for online payment though, as well as delivery services that take EBT.
What can you buy with EBT at H Mart?#what-can-you-buy-with-ebt-at-h-mart
When you use EBT at H Mart, the rules are the same as when you’re shopping anywhere else. You can buy any food items that are SNAP-eligible, which includes:
- Fruits and vegetables, either fresh, frozen, canned, or dried
- Meat, poultry, and fish
- Dairy (milk, eggs, cheese, yogurt)
- Pantry staples like rice, noodles, soy sauce, and sesame oil
- Breads, grains, and frozen foods
- Snacks like roasted seaweed, shrimp crackers, and chips
If you’re new to SNAP, check out this full list of everything you can buy with your SNAP benefits.
What can’t you buy with EBT at H Mart?#what-cant-you-buy-with-ebt-at-h-mart
You can’t use EBT for anything that isn’t SNAP eligible. That includes things like:
- Non-food household items (pet food, cleaning supplies, paper goods, toiletries, and personal care items)
- Hot prepared foods (unless you’re part of a special program like disaster SNAP waivers, or the Restaurant Meals Program)
- Medicines, vitamins, or other supplements
- Alcohol and tobacco products
- Toys, clothes, and games
Protecting your EBT card while shopping at H Mart#protecting-your-ebt-card-while-shopping-at-h-mart
No matter where you’re shopping, it's important to keep your benefits safe from theft. Here’s how to keep your EBT card safe while shopping at H Mart:
- Before you insert your card in the card reader, check it for anything that doesn’t look right. If the card reader is wobbly, sits at an odd angle, or the buttons are hard to push, alert a store employee—these may be signs a skimmer set up to steal EBT card information
- Don't share your EBT card PIN with anyone, even friends and family, and change your PIN each month before your deposit arrives
- Use a safe app like Propel to monitor your EBT card activity, turn on security features, and check for any suspicious transactions
If you lose your EBT card or think it has been stolen, you should report it immediately by calling your state’s EBT number.
