What time of day do food stamp deposits arrive?
According to internal Propel data, food stamp deposits arrive around midnight in most states. But SNAP is a state-administered program, and details like deposit timing can vary depending on where you live—some states send deposits early in the morning instead of at 12:00 AM.
Generally though, your SNAP deposit will land on your EBT card at the same time every month. If your SNAP payment usually arrives at midnight and it didn’t this month, there is probably a specific reason for that, like a missed renewal date.
Here’s when you can expect your food stamps deposit in every state.
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When do SNAP payments arrive in every state#when-do-snap-payments-arrive-in-every-state
Most states deliver SNAP deposits at midnight (12:00 A.M local time) on your deposit day, according to internal Propel data.
That list includes California, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Texas, and many more.
But a handful of states send deposits at other times of day: Alaska tends to send SNAP payments around 2 A.M., Arizona, North Carolina and Oregon around 5 A.M, and Kansas, Missouri, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Washington tend to
Your deposit day is the same day every month, and you can find it on your SNAP approval letter or by looking at your EBT transaction history on the Propel app.
Why didn’t my food stamps arrive at the usual time?#why-didnt-my-food-stamps-arrive-at-the-usual-time
If your food stamp deposit didn’t arrive when you expected, don’t panic. A late deposit is often tied to changes in a your SNAP case, including:
- SNAP recertification or renewal
- A new application or reapplication
- A reported change to SNAP, like income, address, or household size
- An adjustment to your benefits
In these situations, deposits may arrive at a different time of day than your normal schedule.
What do I do if I think I missed a SNAP deposit?#what-do-i-do-if-i-think-i-missed-a-snap-deposit
If you think you’re missing a SNAP deposit, here’s what to do:
- Check your EBT balance and transaction history using the Propel app. If you’re expecting a deposit, it’s often smart to wait a full day to see if your benefits arrive
- Look for notices from your SNAP office asking for more information. If your food stamps have stopped because of a case issue, you may need to apply to reinstate your benefits
- Consider any recent case changes, like recertification, reporting new income, or household updates. These can affect timing, causing delays in when benefits next arrive
- Call your local SNAP office if your deposit hasn’t arrived by the end of the day. They can explain what’s happening and when to expect your benefits
