The application process will take approximately 10 minutes
California's food stamps (SNAP) program
CalFresh SNAP is a federal program that stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. The purpose of this program is to provide monthly benefits for individuals and families with low-income to spend on food.
What you will need to apply
A COPY OF YOUR ID
PROOF OF IMMIGRATION STATUS (FOR NON-CITIZENS)
A COPY OF YOUR ID
State identification (ID) card, driver's license, U.S. passport
PROOF OF INCOME
PROOF OF IMMIGRATION STATUS (FOR NON-CITIZENS)
A COPY OF YOUR ID
This can include pay stubs, rent transactions, financial aid awards (for college students), employment timesheets
PROOF OF IMMIGRATION STATUS (FOR NON-CITIZENS)
PROOF OF IMMIGRATION STATUS (FOR NON-CITIZENS)
PROOF OF IMMIGRATION STATUS (FOR NON-CITIZENS)
Certificate of Citizenship, Certificate of Naturalization, or U.S. passport
How does CalFresh work?
Step 1: Apply
Submit an application. The site will guide you step by step. This process should take about 10 minutes.
Your county will call you within two weeks to ask you a couple of questions. These questions will help determine your eligibility.
Step 2: Receive your benefits
If eligible for SNAP benefits, you will get an EBT card for groceries within 10 days.
*Amount varies per person and household size*
Step 3: Buy groceries
EBT cards are accepted in most markets and farmer's markets.
*Disclaimer: Alcohol, vitamins and other drug-store medicines do not apply
SAR 7 Eligibility Status Report
After 6 months, you will be required to submit a SAR 7 form to keep receiving CalFresh benefits. You will be asked to report relevant changes and provide proof. This will allow your county to adjust your benefits based on any changes to your circumstances.