Implement SNAP/EBT

Understand the legal issues.

Explore the topics below to learn more about SNAP requirements and find answers to frequently asked questions.

First, a market must choose whether it will accept SNAP payments on behalf of vendors and/or rely on vendors to become SNAP authorized.

Explore whether your market is eligible to accept SNAP benefits, the SNAP-authorization application process, and reauthorization requirements.

Understand how to obtain and use a “point-of-sale” (POS) device to accept SNAP EBT benefits, as well as about market currency and receipt systems.

Understand which food items SNAP covers, which it excludes, and related vendor training requirements.

Explore key accounting and tax issues.

Learn about how SNAP rules are enforced, possible penalties for rule violations, and best practices for market compliance.

Learn about the responsibilities markets and vendors assume when they offer incentives to SNAP customers.

Case Study Spotlight

How a market currency system enabled one market to accept SNAP benefits and credit card payments.