Does Kroger Take EBT?
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For all those who love shopping at Kroger, the good news is that they also accept EBT along with a number of other cashless options.
EBT, also known as Food Stamps under the SNAP program is accepted in store, at pickup locations, for deliveries, and even for the online orders placed through their app and website.
However, keep in mind while paying through EBT that it applies only to the grocery items and you will have to use other payment methods for items bought other than eligible grocery items.
Moreover, it also doesn’t cover any delivery charges or service charges if applicable.
What is SNAP EBT At Kroger?
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) is a state funded program covering a certain worth of groceries that can be purchased using EBT card.
Kroger accepts the payments made through SNAP EBT card for the eligible items.
You can pay through it like other cards in their stores, at pickup locations, for delivery, and also for the orders placed online.
However, this card covers limited groceries only and cannot be used for all kinds of purchases.
Nonetheless, including it as a payment option has broadened Kroger’s cashless payment options and made the payment process quicker, safer, and easier.
How To Use EBT Cards At Kroger?
Using EBT card at any Kroger store is as simple as using any other debit card. It takes just a few quick steps:
- First of all, put aside the items that are eligible for SNAP program.
- At the checkout counter you need to put SNAP eligible items first for billing.
- Once the billing is done, you can simply swipe your EBT card and the amount will be subtracted from your card.
To use the EBT card for pickup, here is what you need to do.
- Once you have placed an order online and selected your preferred time and place for pickup, select the option ‘EBT at pickup’.
- When you arrive for the pickup, the items will be loaded in your car and you can swipe the EBT card on the point of sale. The amount will be paid.
To add to the convenience of their customers, Kroger has also started accepting EBT card on deliveries.
The orders placed online for delivery using the Kroger App and their website can be paid off using EBT card once you have added it to your account.
However, the EBT card does not cover any delivery charges that may apply.
Besides, it cannot be used to pay for items other than those that are SNAP eligible. You’ll need to use another accepted payment method for that.
How To Add EBT Card To Kroger App?
Adding SNAP EBT card to Kroger app follows the same steps as with adding any other debit card.
- Sign in to your Kroger account. If you don’t have one, sign up for it.
- Go to ‘my account’ and click ‘wallet’.
- Now hit ‘add a new card’ and choose ‘EBT’ from the given options.
- Provide your EBT card number and it will be added to your Kroger wallet.
How To Add EBT Card To Kroger Delivery?
While ordering online from Kroger for delivery, you can make payments through SNAP EBT card. Here is how it is done.
- Shop for the items you need on Kroger’s website.
- Once you are done adding items to your cart, select ‘paying with’ tab.
- From the options, hit ‘add SNAP EBT card’
- Once you have provided the required SNAP EBT card number, hit ‘add card’
- Now, the SNAP eligible items will be shown separately.
- Hit ‘submit’ and provide your EBT card PIN. The payment will be done.
All the remaining items that are not eligible to be paid with EBT card need to be paid using another card. This also includes delivery charges.
Final Thoughts
Kroger has always been trying to provide its customers with the convenience of payment by broadening the accepted payment methods.
EBT card is a welcome addition to this list. It has helped people who are eligible for state-sponsored SNAP program to make payments using their EBT cards.
Not only is it accepted in stores but also for pickup and delivery, making sure the customers are provided with ultimate ease of payment.
