How to Apply for SNAP Benefits in Nevada

You can apply for SNAP benefits in Nevada online, in person, or by mail. Each method follows a different process.

Applying online is the fastest way to submit your application. You can complete the process from any computer with internet access, saving you a trip to a local office.

Apply Online

To apply online, visit the official Nevada DWSS SNAP page. This is the quickest method to get your application submitted. You will need to create an account to begin the process and upload your documents.

If you prefer face-to-face assistance, you can apply in person at a Division of Welfare and Supportive Services (DWSS) office. Staff can help you complete the forms and answer your questions.

Apply In Person

You can visit any local DWSS office to apply. This option is helpful if you need direct assistance with the application. Remember to bring all your required documents with you to avoid any delays.

Applying by mail is a good option if you cannot apply online or in person. You can download the application form, fill it out at your convenience, and mail it to a DWSS office.

Apply By Mail

To apply by mail, download the application form from the DWSS website. After you fill it out completely, mail it to your local DWSS office along with copies of your supporting documents.

How to Contact EBT Customer Service in Nevada

• You can call the Nevada EBT customer service line at 1-866-281-2443.

• This automated service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• While they do not process applications, they can give you the address of the nearest SNAP office for in-person help.

See Nevada EBT Customer Service Contacts

How to Use Your SNAP Benefits in Nevada

After your SNAP benefits are approved, you'll need to know how to use them, including what you can purchase and where.

What is an EBT Card and How to Use it?

An Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card is how you will receive and spend your SNAP benefits. Think of it like a debit card. The card is loaded with your monthly food assistance funds, which you can then use to buy groceries at authorized stores.

Using your EBT card is simple. At checkout, you just swipe or insert your card into the point-of-sale (POS) machine and enter your private Personal Identification Number (PIN). The process works just like using a regular debit card for a purchase.

What Can You Buy with SNAP Benefits?

Your SNAP benefits are intended for purchasing most food items for your household. You can use your EBT card to buy groceries that help you prepare meals at home. Eligible items generally fall into these categories:

• Fruits and vegetables

• Meat, poultry, and fish

• Dairy products

• Breads and cereals

• Other foods such as snack foods and non-alcoholic beverages

It's also important to know what you cannot purchase with your benefits. SNAP funds are strictly for food items and exclude several categories of products, including prepared hot meals and non-food goods. Ineligible items include:

• Beer, wine, liquor, cigarettes, or tobacco

• Vitamins, medicines, and supplements

• Hot foods sold to be eaten in the store

• Non-food items like pet foods, cleaning supplies, and cosmetics

How to Manage Your SNAP Benefits

Managing your SNAP benefits helps you plan your grocery budget. Knowing your balance, deposit dates, and renewal deadlines makes shopping easier.

How to Check Your EBT Balance

You can check your EBT card balance in a few ways. Your last grocery receipt will show the remaining balance. You can also call the Nevada EBT customer service number at 1-866-281-2443 for an automated balance inquiry.

Another option is to use a third-party app. The Benny app shows your real-time SNAP and EBT Cash balance. It also offers cashback on eligible purchases at participating stores.

EBT Deposit Schedule in Nevada

Nevada deposits SNAP benefits during the first 10 days of each month. Your payment day is based on the last digit of your birth year. Knowing your date helps you plan your monthly grocery shopping.

You can find your specific payment date in our Nevada deposit schedule.

See Nevada EBT deposit schedule for 2025

How to Check Your EBT Card Balance

You can check your EBT balance using the online portal, by calling the number on your card, or on your last grocery or ATM receipt.

The Benny app also shows your balance and offers cashback on eligible purchases.

Check out our guide covering each method on how to check your EBT balance.

Check Your Nevada EBT Balance

Manage your SNAP Benefits and Get Cashback with Benny

Benny is a free app that helps you track your EBT balance in real-time and get cash back on eligible purchases at stores like Target, Walmart, Kroger, and Costco. To get started, link your EBT card. After you make a purchase, scan your receipt with Benny to receive cashback on SNAP-eligible items.

Download Benny to take control of your spending and get more out of your EBT benefits.