Pennsylvania EBT Deposit Dates 2026 (Food Stamp Schedule)
In Pennsylvania, SNAP benefits for August 2026 are loaded between August 3, 2026 and August 14, 2026, based on the last digit of your case record number, over the first 10 business days of the month. Find your exact date below.
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Pennsylvania SNAP deposit schedule — August 2026
Exact dates for this month, from the official USDA issuance schedule for Pennsylvania.
| Case number ends in | Deposit date |
|---|---|
| 1 | Monday, August 3, 2026business day |
| 2 | Tuesday, August 4, 2026business day |
| 3 | Wednesday, August 5, 2026business day |
| 4 | Thursday, August 6, 2026business day |
| 5 | Friday, August 7, 2026business day |
| 6 | Monday, August 10, 2026business day |
| 7 | Tuesday, August 11, 2026business day |
| 8 | Wednesday, August 12, 2026business day |
| 9 | Thursday, August 13, 2026business day |
| 0 | Friday, August 14, 2026business day |
Note: Dates shown follow the 10-cycle counties (e.g. Philadelphia, Allegheny). Many smaller counties issue all benefits on one or two fixed business days instead — check your county schedule at dhs.pa.gov.
Source: official USDA SNAP monthly issuance schedule.
How Pennsylvania decides your deposit date
What sets your date
Pennsylvania staggers SNAP issuance based on the last digit of your case record number, over the first 10 business days of the month.
Monthly window
Benefits go out over the first 10 business days of each month.
Weekends & holidays
Deposits skip weekends and holidays — dates shift month to month.
Same date every month
Your assigned day doesn't change from month to month (as a business-day position).
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 Pennsylvania in August 2026?
In Pennsylvania, SNAP benefits go out from August 3, 2026 to August 14, 2026, based on the last digit of your case record number, over the first 10 business days of the month. Find your exact date in the table on this page.
What time do EBT deposits hit in Pennsylvania?
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 Pennsylvania?
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. Pennsylvania is an exception: it staggers deposits over business days, skipping weekends and holidays.
What determines my SNAP deposit date in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania staggers monthly SNAP issuance based on the last digit of your case record number, over the first 10 business days of the month. 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 Pennsylvania 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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