How to Check Your Food Stamp Balance in North Carolina

If you need to check your food stamp balance in North Carolina, there are a few ways you can do so. This blog post will show you how to check your food stamp balance using the NC EBT app, the NC EBT website, or by calling the customer service number.

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Introduction

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is responsible for administering the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) program in North Carolina. The FNS program provides low-income individuals and families with food assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

In order to receive SNAP benefits, claimants must first complete an application and be interviewed by a case worker. Once approved, claimants will receive an EBT card, which can be used to purchase food at participating retailers. Claimants can check their SNAP balance by logging into their account on the NCDHHS website or by calling the customer service number listed on the back of their EBT card.

What is the food stamp program?

The food stamp program, now called SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), is a government program that provides eligible individuals with benefits to help them buy food. In North Carolina, the program is administered by the NC Department of Health and Human Services.

To be eligible for SNAP, you must meet certain income and resource criteria. Once you are approved for benefits, you will receive an EBT (Electronic Benefit Transfer) card, which can be used like a debit card to purchase food at participating stores. Your benefits are replenished each month, and you can check your balance online or by calling the customer service number on the back of your card.

How do I check my food stamp balance in North Carolina?

If you are a recipient of food stamps in North Carolina, you may be wondering how to check your balance. The North Carolina Division of Social Services offers a few different options for checking your balance.

You can check your balance online by visiting the ePASS website. You will need to create an account and then log in using your user ID and password. Once you are logged in, you will be able to view your balance information.

You can also check your balance by calling the customer service number for the NC EBT program. The customer service number is 1-888-622-7328. When you call, you will need to enter your 16-digit EBT card number. Once you have entered your card number, you will hear your balance information.

Finally, you can check your balance by looking at the bottom of your most recent grocery store receipt. If you used your EBT card at a grocery store, the receipt should show the remaining balance on your card.

What if I have questions about my food stamp balance?

If you have questions about your food stamp balance, you can call the North Carolina EBT Customer Service number at 1-888-622-7328. You will need to provide your 16-digit EBT card number and PIN.

Can I use my food stamp balance to buy online?

No, you cannot use your food stamp balance to buy food online. However, you can use your food stamp balance to buy food at any retail store that accepts food stamps.

Can I use my food stamp balance to buy food from a grocery store?

Yes, you can use your food stamp balance to buy groceries from any store that accepts food stamps. In North Carolina, you can also use your food stamp balance to buy food from some farmers’ markets.

Can I use my food stamp balance to buy food from a restaurant?

No, you cannot use your food stamp balance to buy food from a restaurant.

What else can I use my food stamp balance for?

In addition to buying groceries, food stamp recipients in North Carolina can also use their balance to purchase:
– Seeds and plants that produce food for the household to eat
– Bread and cereals
– Fruits and vegetables
– Meats, fish, and poultry
– Dairy products
– Nonalcoholic beverages like coffee, tea, milk, and juice

What happens if I don’t use my food stamp balance?

If you have food stamp benefits that you have not used, they will continue to be available to you as long as they are valid. However, if you do not use your food stamp balance for a period of 12 months, your benefits will expire.

How do I renew my food stamp benefits?

According to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, food stamp benefits are automatically renewing for eligible households as of October 1, 2019. However, you may still need to submit updated information (such as income or family size) to the department in order to remain eligible for benefits.

To check the balance of your food stamp benefits, you can log into your account on the NC DHHS website or call the customer service number at 1-800-688-7777.