SNAP eligible groceries on Amazon

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Frequently Asked Questions

SNAP and Sign-up Who is eligible to use SNAP EBT on Amazon? Amazon is part of a pilot run by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to accept SNAP EBT online. Currently, customers with a valid SNAP EBT card in all states except Alaska, Hawaii, Louisiana and Montana can use their SNAP funds on Amazon. Check back here for updates as we work alongside the USDA to expand our coverage to other areas. How do I sign up to use my SNAP EBT benefits on Amazon? To use your SNAP EBT card, visit www.amazon.com/snap and follow the instructions on the screen. If you are not already an Amazon customer, you will need to create an account. There are also opportunities to add an EBT card during checkout or in your wallet. Do I need a Prime membership to use my SNAP EBT card on Amazon? No. Shopping with a valid SNAP EBT card issued by an eligible state allows you to access Amazon Fresh without Amazon Prime. Currently, we accept SNAP EBT in all states except: Alaska, Hawaii, Louisiana and Montana. Order minimums still apply to Amazon Fresh and Amazon.com groceries to receive free shipping. Can I pay with SNAP EBT using my Amazon Business account? Amazon Business accounts are not eligible for SNAP EBT payment. You will need to sign into your personal account to use your SNAP EBT benefits online. Stores What are the differences between Amazon Fresh and Amazon.com groceries? Customers can use their SNAP EBT benefits on Amazon.com groceries and Amazon Fresh (available in select regions). Amazon Fresh: Amazon Fresh is similar to your typical grocery store, delivering perishable, shelf-stable and household products in everyday package sizes. Amazon Fresh is typically available only to Prime members. However, Amazon is making Amazon Fresh selection available to customers who shop with a SNAP EBT card in eligible regions without Prime membership fees. To receive free delivery on Amazon Fresh orders, purchase $35 or more ($50 in select regions) – or place a smaller order and pay a shipping fee. Customers can schedule their preferred delivery time within a 1 or 2-hour delivery window, as early as same day. Please visit About Amazon Fresh Delivery for more information. For more information on Amazon Fresh, including lower free shipping thresholds, visit About Amazon Fresh. Amazon.com groceries: The Grocery and Gourmet Food category on Amazon features pantry staples, shelf-stable food and household items. Prime orders receive free 2-day Prime shipping. Orders of $25 or more of eligible items receive FREE shipping in 5-8 business days—or you can place a smaller order and pay a shipping fee. NOTE: We strive to keep costs low for you by shipping in the most efficient way possible. Therefore, the minimum order size for free shipping is calculated separately for Amazon Fresh and Amazon.com groceries To receive free shipping for any one of these programs, simply meet order minimums for that program and shipping fees will be waived. Eligible Items What items are eligible for purchase with SNAP EBT funds? According to government requirements, SNAP EBT funds can only be used for SNAP-eligible food items that are shipped and sold by Amazon.com. You can identify which items on Amazon are eligible for purchase with SNAP by looking for the “SNAP EBT eligible” label near the product name. Can I buy non-SNAP eligible items with an alternative form of payment? Yes, you can buy non-SNAP-eligible items (or SNAP-eligible items) with other forms of payment. Simply add an additional payment method, such as a gift card, credit card or debit card, at checkout. Customers can also add cash to their Amazon Balance at any participating Amazon Cash location. Visit Amazon Cash. Why do similar grocery items have different SNAP eligibility? Ex. One flavor or size is eligible while another is not. According to USDA requirements, food items must be sold by Amazon to be eligible for purchase with SNAP EBT funds. Since Amazon allows third parties to sell items in the Amazon store, a product may have multiple offers by multiple sellers. In that case, only the grocery offer that is sold by Amazon will be eligible for purchase with SNAP EBT. These offers indicate that they are “Shipped and Sold by Amazon” on the product detail page. Why can’t I pay for my ‘Subscribe & Save’ item with my SNAP EBT card? According to government requirements, SNAP purchases require customers to authorize the transaction by entering their PIN. Since ‘Subscribe & Save’ orders are automatic recurring orders, this authorization is not possible. You may still subscribe to items using an alternative form of payment, such as a debit or credit card. Can households participating in the SNAP program purchase eligible food online from Whole Foods Market using their SNAP benefits? No. However, many Whole Foods products are available through the Amazon.com groceries and Amazon Fresh delivery programs. Shipping Can I use SNAP EBT funds to pay for shipping or delivery? No. USDA requirements prohibit using your SNAP EBT funds to cover shipping or delivery fees. However, it’s possible to earn free shipping by adding enough qualifying items to your order. If I place an order without using my SNAP EBT card, can I still get free shipping (provided I meet the minimum order size for free shipping)? Yes. You can order from Amazon without using your SNAP EBT card and still receive free shipping if you spend the minimum amount to qualify for free shipping. What if I don’t meet the free shipping minimum? Can I still buy my items? Yes. You can still buy your items but you will be charged a shipping fee. Do non-SNAP eligible items help me qualify for free shipping? Yes, both SNAP-eligible and non-SNAP eligible items in your cart will count toward the free shipping minimum regardless of payment method or SNAP eligibility. Please note that free shipping is calculated separately for Amazon Fresh and Amazon Grocery. Delivery How can I tell if I am eligible for delivery on purchases using my SNAP EBT card? After you visit www.Amazon.com/snap, you will be prompted add your card and sign up. During the sign up process, you will have an opportunity to input your SNAP EBT card information. You will be notified whether or not your card is eligible at that time. Why is my state not eligible for delivery using my SNAP EBT card? Amazon is participating in a government pilot program to accept SNAP EBT benefits online. Currently, customers with a valid SNAP EBT card in all states except Alaska, Hawaii, Louisiana and Montana can use their SNAP funds on Amazon. Check back here for updates as we work alongside the USDA to expand our coverage to other areas. Payment Do I need to have a credit or debit card to shop on Amazon? No; you do not need to have a credit or debit card. However, it helps to have a credit or debit card on file for when you want to pay for items that are not SNAP eligible or for when your SNAP funds run out. What if I do not have a credit or debit card and wish to purchase items with cash? If you do not have a credit or debit card but would like to purchase non-SNAP eligible items with cash, you can use a gift card or Amazon Cash. With Amazon Cash, you preload funds onto your Amazon account via an authorized retailer. To learn more, please visit Amazon Cash. Can I check out using multiple forms of payment? Yes. You can use multiple forms of payment, such as a SNAP EBT card and a credit card, when you check out. You will need to do so if you have non-SNAP eligible items in your cart or shipping fees. Please note that only one SNAP EBT card can be used per order. Can I use SNAP EBT cash to pay for eligible items? No. Currently, we can't accept EBT cash. To pay for eligible food items on Amazon.com you can use SNAP EBT funds. To learn about ways you can pay with cash on Amazon, please visit please Amazon Cash Other Can I use coupons on my SNAP EBT purchase? Currently, Amazon does not accept paper coupons (like those from newspapers). However, we have our own online coupons that are available for all customers, including customers using SNAP. Look for the “Save $X.XX” flags while you are shopping. Please visit our Coupons page for more information. Can I qualify for select discounts with an Amazon Business account? No. Only personal Amazon accounts can qualify for select discounts with an EBT card.

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