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Virginia Virginia SNAP Checkup
Estimate your next Virginia SNAP deposit date, review EBT news, and check food rules for Virginia.
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Reload date
Virginia SNAP benefits are issued on the 1st, 4th, or 7th, based on the last digit of the case number.
Based on the last digit of the case number.
Use the schedule below to match your case number, SSN digit, last name, county, or other state schedule value to the published EBT reload date.
Schedule checked: April 27, 2026
Find the schedule value: Find the case number on a Virginia benefits notice and use only the final digit: 0–3 maps to the 1st, 4–5 to the 4th, and 6–9 to the 7th.
Recurring and special issuance: This is the recurring monthly schedule; individual eligibility, initial issuance, and case changes require an official account or agency check.
Local terminology and handling source: Virginia DSS EBT. Checked July 25, 2026.
6, use row 6.| Case number ending | Monthly day | Next calendar date |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1st of the month | August 1, 2026 |
| 1 | 1st of the month | August 1, 2026 |
| 2 | 1st of the month | August 1, 2026 |
| 3 | 1st of the month | August 1, 2026 |
| 4 | 4th of the month | August 4, 2026 |
| 5 | 4th of the month | August 4, 2026 |
| 6 | 7th of the month | August 7, 2026 |
| 7 | 7th of the month | August 7, 2026 |
| 8 | 7th of the month | August 7, 2026 |
| 9 | 7th of the month | August 7, 2026 |
After you find your reload day in the table, the next reload date is the next upcoming occurrence of that day this month or next month.
Balance check
Use an official EBT channel for card balance, transaction, PIN, and account information.
For Virginia EBT account help, call 866-281-2448. Use the number printed on your card if the card shows a different official customer service number.
Use only official state or EBT processor links for cardholder account access. Do not enter your PIN after following an unfamiliar text, email, ad, or social link.
EBTCheckup does not check balances or access EBT accounts. For case-specific questions, use official Virginia SNAP or EBT channels.
EBT news
Reviewed news about EBT deposit delays, benefit interruptions, eligibility changes, and SNAP purchase-rule changes that may affect Virginia households. Check back here for updates about the status of EBT, SNAP, and related services that may affect you.
Updated on: July 26, 2026
SNAP participation has continued falling during July 2026 as expanded work requirements and other eligibility changes remain in effect, with food banks reporting increased pressure from households that have lost or reduced benefits.
SNAP enrollment has dropped sharply in several Central Virginia localities, with Axios Richmond reporting declines through June 2026 and ongoing effects in July from federal SNAP eligibility and work-requirement changes.
Purchase rules
Review common SNAP grocery rules and state-specific exceptions when they are available.
Start with the complete What Can You Buy With EBT guide, then use this state section for reviewed exceptions.
Updated on: April 27, 2026
Virginia generally follows the standard federal SNAP grocery rules.
USDA lists an approved SNAP Food Restriction Waiver for Virginia with a target implementation date of October 1, 2026. The waiver would restrict purchase of sweetened beverages.
Virginia participates in the Restaurant Meals Program, but only eligible households can use EBT at approved restaurants.
Cold deli food is usually allowed when it is meant to be eaten at home. Hot deli food is usually not allowed.
Check the label. Items with Nutrition Facts may be allowed. Items with Supplement Facts usually are not.
Hot food is usually not allowed unless a temporary disaster rule is active.
Most normal grocery food is allowed now. Watch for state restriction changes targeted for October 1, 2026, and watch out for hot food, restaurant meals, supplements, and non-food items.
Last checked: April 27, 2026
Helpful guides
How reload dates and deposit times work across state EBT systems.
Common schedule, account, recertification, and outage reasons benefits may not show.
The main guide to groceries, hot food, restaurant meals, supplements, and state exceptions.
How to use official EBT tools without sharing sensitive account information.
Direct steps for using receipts, card phone support, official EBT portals, and state agency links.
This state participates, but only eligible households may use EBT at approved restaurants. Check the participating-state guide and official links.
Virginia SNAP benefits are issued on the 1st, 4th, or 7th, based on the last digit of the case number.
Timing can vary by EBT processor and account. Check your official EBT portal if your deposit is not visible on the expected date.
Common reasons include schedule timing, recertification, case changes, account issues, or state notices. This site cannot check your individual account.
Hot food is usually not allowed at normal checkout unless a temporary disaster rule or another official exception applies.
Virginia participates in the Restaurant Meals Program, but only eligible households can use EBT at approved restaurants.
We do not ask for your EBT card number, PIN, full case number, full SSN, birthday, address, login, or password.
This site estimates deposit dates using public state schedules. It cannot check your personal EBT balance, account, case status, or transaction history.