Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Card

Current clients of SNAP (food stamps), Cash Assistance (public assistance), and/or Medicaid can get assistance with their benefit card, including:

Replacing a card that is lost, stolen, defective, or never received
Getting card balance
Changing or resetting PIN information

For information about the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) benefit, visit the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources and Support page instead.

Apply for Benefits or Get Case Assistance

To apply for benefits or for additional assistance with your case (including updating information on your EBT card), visit the following pages instead:

If you are a Medicaid-only client, you can get assistance with:

Replacing a Benefit card that is lost, stolen, or defective
Correcting and replacing Benefit cards issued with incorrect information

Online

Replace a lost, stolen, or damaged Medicaid card.

By Phone

Agency: Human Resources Administration
Division: Medicaid Helpline
Phone Number: (888) 692-6116
Business Hours:

What Happens Next

If you make your request online or by phone it will take from 7 to 10 business days for you to get your replacement card. Replacement cards can only be mailed to the address on record.

Applicants who have been approved for Cash Assistance or SNAP (Food Stamps) benefits will receive an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card in the mail.

If your EBT card is lost, stolen, defective, or never received, you can submit a replacement request online or by phone. You can also pick up a temporary replacement card at your nearest Job Center.

If you make your request online or by phone, it will take from 7 to 10 business days for you to get your replacement card. Replacement cards can only be mailed to the address on record.

Online

Visit the ConnectEBT website.

By Phone

Agency: New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance
Division: Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Customer Service
Phone Number: (888) 328-6399
Business Hours:
Staff is available through the automated phone system during business hours.

In Person

You can go to an open HRA location for a temporary card that will have all benefits available until your EBT card arrives. Visit the HRA Center Locations website for more information.

You must bring a valid photo ID in order to receive a same day replacement card.

Update or Correct Information on EBT Card

If you are currently receiving benefits and need to update or correct information on your EBT card, visit the SNAP (Food Stamps) and/or Public Assistance or Welfare pages instead to learn how to make your request.

If you are a SNAP or Cash Assistance client, you can get assistance with checking your EBT card balance and benefits schedule online or by phone.

You can also:

Check your SNAP account balance at food stores
Check your cash account balance at ATMs where EBT cards are accepted

Online

Visit the ConnectEBT website.

By Phone

Agency: New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance
Division: Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Customer Service
Phone Number: (888) 328-6399
Business Hours:
Staff is available through the automated phone system during business hours.

If you are a SNAP or Cash Assistance client, you can get assistance with:

Changing the PIN number for your Benefit card
Resetting the PIN number for your locked Benefit card

You will be asked to provide certain information for security purposes.

By Phone

Agency: New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance
Division: Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Customer Service
Phone Number: (888) 328-6399
Business Hours:
Staff is available through the automated phone system during business hours.

In Person

You can change or reset your PIN number at most Social Services Offices, Job Centers and SNAP Centers. Locations are available online.

Visit the HRA Center Locations website.

Initial PIN for New EBT Card

Your Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card and your initial PIN for the card are mailed separately. You will receive the two mailings within a few days of each other. They are sent separately for security reasons.

Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Card

Replacement for Medicaid Only Client

Replace a lost, stolen, or damaged Medicaid card.

Replacement for Cash Assistance or SNAP Client

Check SNAP or Cash Account Balance

Change or Reset PIN Number

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