Washington SNAP payment schedule 2026: food stamp deposit dates
Washington DSHS deposits food benefits between the 1st and the 20th and does not publish the table: your approval letter says which day is yours, and it stays the same every month.
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Washington EBT card, balance and office
| Program name | Basic Food |
| EBT card | Washington EBT QUEST Card |
| EBT customer service (balance, lost card) | 888-328-9271 |
| Balance and transactions online | ebtEDGE |
| State SNAP page | dshs.wa.gov |
| Apply or renew | washingtonconnection.org |
| Official schedule | state's published schedule |
How reliable is this date?
Washington's rule above was checked against the state's own published source on October 16, 2026 as well as the USDA Food and Nutrition Service listing. The first month after approval is often paid on another day; the schedule applies from the month after.
Washington SNAP questions
When is SNAP deposited in Washington?
Washington DSHS deposits food benefits between the 1st and the 20th and does not publish the table: your approval letter says which day is yours, and it stays the same every month.
What is the EBT card called in Washington?
Washington EBT QUEST Card. Its customer service line is 888-328-9271.
How do I check my Washington EBT balance?
Online or in the app at ebtEDGE, or by calling 888-328-9271. The balance is also printed on your last store receipt.
Does the date change if it falls on a weekend?
Washington's published rule names a calendar day and does not mention weekends; in most states the deposit still posts on that day. Check your balance the morning of your date.
How do I apply for SNAP in Washington?
Online through the state's application portal (linked on this page), by phone or at a local office. The state must decide within 30 days, or within 7 days for households that qualify for expedited benefits.
Other states
Sources
- fna.usda.gov/snap-directory-entry/washington
- fna.usda.gov/sites/default/files/resource-files/Monthly-Issuance-Schedule-All-States.pdf
- dshs.wa.gov/family-food-and-housing-services/community-services-offices/services-we-offer/ebt-and-eft-make-getting-benefits-easier
Checked October 16, 2026. 77.today is not a government site and is not affiliated with USDA or the Washington SNAP agency.