New Jersey EBT Deposit Dates — December 2026 (Food Stamp Schedule)
In New Jersey, December 2026 SNAP benefits are loaded between December 1, 2026 and December 5, 2026, based on the 7th digit of your case number. Find your exact date below.
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All New Jersey deposit dates in December 2026
From the official USDA issuance schedule for New Jersey.
| 7th case digit is | Deposit date |
|---|---|
| 1 or 2 | Tuesday, December 1, 2026 |
| 3 or 4 | Wednesday, December 2, 2026 |
| 5 or 6 | Thursday, December 3, 2026 |
| 7 or 8 | Friday, December 4, 2026 |
| 9 or 0 | Saturday, December 5, 2026 |
Note: Exception: in Warren County all benefits are made available on the 1st of the month.
Source: official USDA SNAP monthly issuance schedule.
Which December date is yours?
What sets your date
New Jersey staggers issuance by the 7th digit of your case number.
Monthly window
Benefits go out over the 1st – 5th of the month.
Weekends & holidays
Deposits load even on weekends and holidays.
Deposit time
Usually loaded between midnight and 6 AM on your scheduled day.
How much is SNAP in December 2026?
Monthly amounts for the 48 contiguous states and D.C. Source: USDA FY 2026 COLA.
Frequently asked questions
When do food stamps come in New Jersey in December 2026?
New Jersey issues December 2026 SNAP benefits from Tuesday, December 1, 2026 through Saturday, December 5, 2026, based on the 7th digit of your case number. Check the table on this page for your exact date.
What time will my EBT deposit hit in December?
EBT deposits are typically loaded in the early morning hours of your scheduled day — often between midnight and 6:00 AM local time — so your balance is usually available before stores open.
What if my December deposit doesn't arrive?
First confirm your scheduled date in the table above — most "missing" deposits are simply scheduled for a later day in the month. If your date has passed and the balance still hasn't loaded by the next day, call the EBT customer service number on the back of your card or contact your New Jersey SNAP office.
How is my New Jersey deposit date determined?
New Jersey staggers monthly SNAP issuance based on the 7th digit of your case number. The assignment is set by the state agency and stays the same every month.
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