Tag: Retailer requirements

According to the USDA, retailers must be authorized by the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) to accept EBT payments. This critical authorization process is a primary reason why a grocery store not accept EBT, alongside strict inventory and business criteria.

Over 41 million individuals nationwide use SNAP benefits, delivered via EBT cards. However, the assumption that every store and business accepts EBT is a common misconception, with acceptance governed by specific federal and state regulations.