Overview

• January SNAP payments, worth up to $1,751, will begin in one week across all states.
• Montana and Delaware are among the states that will start distributing SNAP payments in the first week of January.
• Payment distribution dates and methods vary by state, with some states issuing all of their food stamps in one day or over the course of a few days, while others continue to send out payments for the majority of the month.
• Eligible SNAP households will receive their payments via a prepaid electronic benefit transfer card, which can be used at participating locations, such as farmers markets, grocery stores, and online retailers.
• The amount an eligible household receives will vary by state and depends on income levels and state requirements.