New York EBT Deposit Dates 2026 (Food Stamp Schedule)
In New York, SNAP benefits for August 2026 are loaded between August 1, 2026 and August 9, 2026, based on the last digit of your case number (outside New York City). Find your exact date below.
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New York SNAP deposit schedule — August 2026
Exact dates for this month, from the official USDA issuance schedule for New York.
| Case number ends in | Deposit date |
|---|---|
| 0 or 1 | Saturday, August 1, 2026 |
| 2 | Sunday, August 2, 2026 |
| 3 | Monday, August 3, 2026 |
| 4 | Tuesday, August 4, 2026 |
| 5 | Wednesday, August 5, 2026 |
| 6 | Thursday, August 6, 2026 |
| 7 | Friday, August 7, 2026 |
| 8 | Saturday, August 8, 2026 |
| 9 | Sunday, August 9, 2026 |
Note: This table applies outside New York City. In the five boroughs of NYC, deposits are spread over ~13 days (excluding Sundays and holidays) during the first two weeks of the month, also based on the last digit of your case number — see the New York City table below for the exact dates.
Source: official USDA SNAP monthly issuance schedule.
New York City (5 boroughs) — August 2026
Brooklyn, the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island follow their own OTDA-published calendar — not the statewide schedule above.
| Case number ends in | Deposit date |
|---|---|
| 0 | Saturday, August 1, 2026 |
| 1 | Monday, August 3, 2026 |
| 2 | Tuesday, August 4, 2026 |
| 3 | Wednesday, August 5, 2026 |
| 4 | Thursday, August 6, 2026 |
| 5 | Friday, August 7, 2026 |
| 6 | Monday, August 10, 2026 |
| 7 | Tuesday, August 11, 2026 |
| 8 | Wednesday, August 12, 2026 |
| 9 | Thursday, August 13, 2026 |
NYC deposits are spread over ~13 days (excluding Sundays and holidays) during the first two weeks of the month, based on the last digit of your case number. The exact dates shift every month.
Source: official New York State OTDA issuance schedule.
How New York decides your deposit date
What sets your date
New York staggers SNAP issuance based on the last digit of your case number (outside New York City).
Monthly window
Benefits go out over the 1st – 9th of each month.
Weekends & holidays
Deposits are electronic and load even on weekends and holidays.
Same date every month
Your assigned day doesn't change from month to month.
How much is SNAP in fiscal year 2026?
Maximum monthly allotments for the 48 contiguous states and D.C., effective October 2025 – September 2026.
All amounts are monthly maximums. Source: official USDA FY 2026 COLA. Your exact amount depends on household income and deductions.
Frequently asked questions
When do food stamps come in New York City in August 2026?
In the five boroughs of NYC, August 2026 SNAP benefits go out from August 1, 2026 to August 13, 2026, based on the last digit of your case number. See the NYC table on this page for your exact date.
When do food stamps come in New York in August 2026?
In New York, SNAP benefits go out from August 1, 2026 to August 9, 2026, based on the last digit of your case number (outside New York City). Find your exact date in the table on this page.
What time do EBT deposits hit in New York?
Most states load EBT benefits in the early morning hours of your scheduled day — often between midnight and 6:00 AM local time. Your balance is usually ready before stores open. If it's your scheduled day and the balance hasn't updated by the morning, check again after 8:00 AM before calling.
Do EBT deposits arrive on weekends or holidays in New York?
Yes, in most states — EBT deposits are electronic, so they are generally loaded on the scheduled day even when it falls on a weekend or holiday. New York follows calendar days, so your date does not shift for weekends.
What determines my SNAP deposit date in New York?
New York staggers monthly SNAP issuance based on the last digit of your case number (outside New York City). This is set by the state agency and approved by the USDA — you cannot choose or change your deposit date.
How much SNAP can I get in New York in 2026?
For fiscal year 2026 (October 2025 – September 2026), the maximum monthly allotment in the 48 contiguous states and D.C. is $298 for one person, $994 for a family of four, and $1,789 for eight (plus $218 per additional member). The minimum benefit for 1–2 person households is $24. Your exact amount depends on your household income and deductions.
Do you also receive SSI or Social Security? Those payments follow a different federal calendar — SSI on the 1st, Social Security on a Wednesday based on your birthday. Check your exact dates at Social Security Tracker, our companion site.
Helpful guides
Deposit late or missing?
The most common causes and exactly who to contact.
What time do food stamps hit?
Typical loading times, from midnight to early morning.
Weekend & holiday deposits
Which states load on weekends and which skip them.
How to check your EBT balance
Apps, phone numbers, and receipts — state by state.
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