Texas Snap EBT
Welcome to SNAP EBT information page for the state of Texas.
Texas SNAP, sometimes known as food stamps, provides cash assistance to low-income families in order for them to purchase the food they require for a healthy diet.
SNAP is frequently the first line of defense against hunger, giving critical assistance to the elderly, disabled, and unemployed.
SNAP benefits are distributed via an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, known as the “Lone Star Card” in Texas, which is accepted at most grocery stores.
List of Online Retailers
Below is a list of SNAP EBT retailers for the state of Texas:
- Albertsons
- ALDI
- Amazon
- Brookshire Brothers
- Brookshire’s Food and Pharmacy
- Central Market
- Dashmart
- Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA)
- Dollar General
- El Rancho
- El Super
- Farmer’s Fresh Meat
- Farmshare Austin
- Fiesta Mart
- FRESH by Brookshire’s
- Go-Puff
- H-E-B
- Harvest Natural Market
- Joe V’s Smart Shop
- Lewis Food Town
- Linda’s Mini Mart
- Little Red Box Grocery
- Pyburn’s Farm Fresh Foods
- Sam’s Club Scan and Go
- Spring Market
- Sprouts Farmers Market
- Super 1 Foods Brookshires
- Target
- Texas Tribal Buffalo Project
- Thrive Market
- Tom Thumb
- United Supermarkets, LLC
- Walmart
- Wheatsville Food Coop
- Whole Foods
Issuance Schedule for Texas EBT Snap
SNAP households certified after June 1, 2020, benefits are available on a staggered basis between the 16th and the 28th day of the month, based on the last two digits of the eligibility determination group (EDG) number.
- EDG # ends in: 00-03 = benefits available on the 16th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 04-06 = benefits available on the 17th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 07-10 = benefits available on the 18th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 11-13 = benefits available on the 19th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 14-17 = benefits available on the 20th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 18-20 = benefits available on the 21st of the month
- EDG # ends in: 21-24 = benefits available on the 22nd of the month
- EDG # ends in: 25-27 = benefits available on the 23rd of the month
- EDG # ends in: 28-31 = benefits available on the 24th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 32-34 = benefits available on the 25th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 35-38 = benefits available on the 26th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 39-41 = benefits available on the 27th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 42-45 = benefits available on the 28th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 46-49 = benefits available on the 27th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 50-53 = benefits available on the 28th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 54-57 = benefits available on the 16th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 58-60 = benefits available on the 17th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 61-64 = benefits available on the 18th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 65-67 = benefits available on the 19th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 68-71 = benefits available on the 20th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 72-74 = benefits available on the 21st of the month
- EDG # ends in: 75-78 = benefits available on the 22nd of the month
- EDG # ends in: 79-81 = benefits available on the 23rd of the month
- EDG # ends in: 82-85 = benefits available on the 24th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 86-88 = benefits available on the 25th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 89-92 = benefits available on the 26th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 93-95 = benefits available on the 27th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 96-99 = benefits available on the 28th of the month
SNAP households certified before June 1, 2020, benefits are made available over 15 days, beginning on the 1st and based on the last digit in the Eligibility Determination Group (EDG) number:
- EDG # ends in: 0 = benefits available on the 1st of the month
- EDG # ends in: 1 = benefits available on the 3rd of the month
- EDG # ends in: 2 = benefits available on the 5th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 3 = benefits available on the 6th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 4 = benefits available on the 7th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 5 = benefits available on the 9th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 6 = benefits available on the 11th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 7 = benefits available on the 12th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 8 = benefits available on the 13th of the month
- EDG # ends in: 9 = benefits available on the 15th of the month
Picture of Snap EBT Card
Wondering what snap card looks like. Below is a sample picture.
This state EBT program is also known by these names:
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Lone Star Card
Contact Information
Texas Snap Website
The website is https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/food/snap-food-benefits
Texas Snap Phone Number
The phone number is +877-541-7905; 211*
Texas Local Office Location
Click Here to view office locations.
EBT Website
The website is https://www.ebtedge.com/
Texas EBT Phone Number
The phone number is +800-777-7328
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do food stamps cost in Texas?
The amount of SNAP benefits received by an individual or family depends in large part on their income, household size, and other factors. For instance, a family of three with no income may be eligible for up to $740 in benefits each month or $440 if the family makes $1,000 in net monthly income.
How long does it take to receive food stamp approval in
Those requiring emergency food or qualifying income may be given “expedited benefits” in seven days. States typically have a 30-day clearance wait before giving food stamp benefits. Call (877) 541-7905 or toll-free 2-1-1 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, if you need assistance with the benefits application process.
How do I apply for food stamps in Texas?
You must complete and apply to be considered for benefits. You can do this online at Your Texas Benefits. Please register if you don’t already have an account. After submitting your application, an interview with a caseworker will be scheduled to determine your eligibility.