Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) | OTDA
OTDA Home Resources for Working Families Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) Card
Once you qualify for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or cash benefits (Temporary Assistance) you receive an EBT card, also known as a Common Benefit Identification Card (CBIC). The EBT card looks like a debit card. The EBT card allows you to buy groceries and other items with your cash benefits at participating stores and other locations.
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Check Your EBT Balance
You can check your EBT balance by visiting ConnectEBT.com or by downloading the ConnectEBT App available for download in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
It’s the easy and free way to manage your EBT Card
- Check your available balance anytime, anywhere
- Review up to 15 months of transaction history
- Confirm your last deposit
- Change your PIN
- Report damaged, lost, or stolen cards, and request a replacement card be mailed to you
First Time Mobile App and Website Users
You must register your EBT Card account and select your User ID and password by using either the ConnectEBT app or at ConnectEBT.com for access. Registering on either one also registers you on the other. Have your EBT Card handy when registering.
If you already have your ConnectEBT.com User ID and password, you’re ready to use the same ID and password for the ConnectEBT App.
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