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In the United States, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) formerly yet still commonly known as Food Stamp Program, is a federal program that provides food purchasing assistance for low and no income people. It is a federal aid program, administrated by the United Stade Departement of Agriculture under The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), thuogh benefits are distributed by specific departements of US states.

The amaunt of SNAP benefits received by a household depends on the household's size, income, and expences. For most of its history, the program used paper denominated stamp or coupon. The coupon printed by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing


How to Apply For Food Stamp


Make sure you have the appropriate citizenship status. Each member of the household to whom you wish to receive SNAP benefits must have a social security number ("SSN") and be a US citizen, US citizen, or eligible foreigner. If you are unsure of your immigration status, check online at the website of the US Department of Citizenship and Immigration Service of the Department of Homeland Security.

  • U.S. citizen. is someone who was born in the United States, was born overseas to a parent who is a U.S. citizen, or has taken the citizenship test for citizenship.
  • U.S. citizen. is someone born in an American region such as Puerto Rico or American Samoa, or someone born overseas to one national and one non-national parent. 
  • An eligible foreigner is someone who is not a citizen of the United States, but both
  1. A legally recognized permanent resident,
  2. A refugee
  3. Someone who has been granted asylum. 
  • To learn more about eligible foreigners, visit the website for the US Department of Health and Human Services 
  • If you are able-bodied and between the ages of 18 and 60, you must have a job to be eligible for SNAP.
Find out the value of your assets. The SNAP app will ask for detailed information about all of your resources, which the government defines as everything you own including all your bank accounts, pensions and investments. 

However, there are some exceptions - assets that do not count towards the overall value of your assets or resources. This includes:
  • Resources of household members who receive Social Security benefits (“SSI”) or Temporary Assistance for Families in Need (“TANF”). 
  • Your home and the land it is on, if you own it
  • Your vehicle, depending on your state of residence and how it is used. 
In general, to qualify for SNAP benefits, you can't have more than $ 2,250 in resources. If you have elderly residents in your household, that number goes up to $ 3,250. This amount is valid until September 30, 2015. If you apply for your support after the above date, check the SNAP website for current resource limits. 

To be eligible for SNAP benefits, your net monthly income must be lower than: 
  • $ 973 for households with 1 person
  • $ 1,311 for households of 2
  • $ 1,650 for households of 3
  • $ 1,988 for a household of 4
  • $ 2,326 for households of 5
  • $ 2,665 for a household of 6
  • $ 3,003 for households of 7 people
  • $ 3,341 for households of 8 members
  • $ 339 for each additional member over 8. 

How to Apply For Food Stamp

  • Find your local SNAP office. If you qualify for SNAP benefits, use the interactive map provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. to find your local office and / or state application. Just click your state on the map.
  • Follow the application instructions provided by your local SNAP office. Some states allow residents to apply online, while others will require you to download and print an application, call to send it to you, or collect it in person. Visit the SNAP site to find out if your country allows online applications. Each state's application process will be different  
  • Submit your application. Again, state procedures are different. However you can (either via the Internet, snail mail, or in person), submit your application. It's worth noting that if you apply in person, you may be automatically screened for expedited processing, so you can receive benefits faster. 
  • Schedule and attend an interview. During the interview, you will need to provide certain documentation about your financial situation.
  • Get your EBT card. If you meet all the requirements and take part in the interview, you will receive notification of your soon-to-be benefits. By post, you will receive a plastic electronic card (EBT card) which you will use when shopping. 
  • Follow the rules after you receive your card. SNAP benefits can only be used to purchase approved food items. If you try to buy an item that is not approved, you may be penalized. In some cases, your benefits can be taken away. 
  • Recertify your benefits. After you have received SNAP benefits for a certain time, you will need to "recertify", or report to your local office to continue receiving benefits. 

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