West Virginia EBT Deposit Dates — May 2026 (Food Stamp Schedule)
In West Virginia, May 2026 SNAP benefits were loaded between May 1, 2026 and May 9, 2026, based on the first letter of your last name. Find your exact date below.
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All West Virginia deposit dates in May 2026
From the official USDA issuance schedule for West Virginia.
| Last name starts with | Deposit date |
|---|---|
| B, X, Y or Z | Friday, May 1, 2026 |
| C or F | Saturday, May 2, 2026 |
| H, N or V | Sunday, May 3, 2026 |
| I, M, O or U | Monday, May 4, 2026 |
| Q or S | Tuesday, May 5, 2026 |
| A or W | Wednesday, May 6, 2026 |
| J, K or P | Thursday, May 7, 2026 |
| D, E or R | Friday, May 8, 2026 |
| G, L or T | Saturday, May 9, 2026 |
Source: official USDA SNAP monthly issuance schedule.
Which May date is yours?
What sets your date
West Virginia staggers issuance by the first letter of your last name.
Monthly window
Benefits go out over the 1st – 9th 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 May 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 West Virginia in May 2026?
West Virginia issued May 2026 SNAP benefits from Friday, May 1, 2026 through Saturday, May 9, 2026, based on the first letter of your last name. Check the table on this page for your exact date.
What time will my EBT deposit hit in May?
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 May 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 West Virginia SNAP office.
How is my West Virginia deposit date determined?
West Virginia staggers monthly SNAP issuance based on the first letter of your last name. The assignment is set by the state agency and stays the same every month.
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