If you want to find out which stores in Florida accept EBT SNAP online as a form of payment through Instacart, you’ve come to the right place. Instacart Instacart said it can reach nearly 30 million SNAP recipients across the U.S. with its latest expansion of SNAP online purchasing. In this post, we will provide the list of Florida stores that accept EBT on Instacart.
Additionally, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of shopping online with your EBT card on Instacart, including how to add your Florida SNAP EBT Card.
Lastly, we will answer the most frequently asked questions about using Florida SNAP EBT cards to shop online, including questions about SNAP EBT in general.
To learn how to use your SNAP card on Instacart, continue reading below.
Instacart Expands EBT Shopping to Florida
Online grocery shopping platform Instacart now accepts Florida SNAP EBT for delivery.
Since November 2020, Instacart has expanded its online grocery shopping nationwide.
As of October 2022, SNAP recipients can use Instacart to order groceries for delivery or pickup from grocers across 49 states and Washington, D.C., and pay directly with their EBT cards.
That now includes stores in Florida.
Follow the three simple steps below on how to add your Florida EBT card to Instacart and shop online for pickup or delivery.
We have also provided below a list of all grocery stores that take Florida SNAP EBT through Instacart.
Additionally, you will find below a list of other grocery stores in Florida that takes SNAP EBT online for delivery or pick-up.
Hi there! We currently accept EBT on our site for Aldi orders placed in Georgia, California, Florida, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Texas. We plan to expand EBT payments to new areas and retailers in the future. Happy to answer any other questions! -Krystal
— Instacart (@Instacart) December 3, 2020
How to use Florida EBT on Instacart
Follow the steps below to use your Florida EBT card on Instacart.
Step 1 – Add your EBT SNAP card to Instacart
Here’s how to add your Florida SNAP EBT card to Instacart:
To add an EBT card to your account on Instacart.com or in-app—
- Click or tap the three horizontal lines in the top left corner.
- Select Account settings.
- Select Payment methods.
- Select Add next to EBT SNAP card.
- Enter the first name, last name, and card number on the EBT card.
- Select Save.
Other forms of Payment Required
To successfully use your SNAP EBT card on Instacart, you must also add a credit or debit card to your Instacart account.
This will enable you to cover fees, bottle deposits in some states, taxes, delivery tips, and any other non-EBT SNAP-eligible items you may want to purchase.
Also, only one EBT card can be saved to your profile.
If you need to add a different EBT card, you’ll need to remove the first one before adding another card.
Step 2 – Shop for eligible SNAP food items
There are a few ways for you to see which items are EBT SNAP eligible.
You can allow EBT SNAP-eligible items to display when you shop. To enable this setting—
- Click or tap Account
- Select Your account settings
- Select SNAP EBT info
- Tap the slider to turn on Show EBT eligibility by item
Also, when searching for items you can add a filter by tapping Explore > EBT Eligibility and selecting Only EBT-eligible items to see only EBT-eligible items.
Additionally, if you are browsing items from the Store Homepage, tap or click on a specific item to see if it is EBT SNAP eligible.
If it is eligible, it will say EBT above the price of the item.
Lastly, you can confirm which items are EBT SNAP-eligible in your cart before checking out. It will say EBT under the name of each item that qualifies.
Step 3 – Check out with EBT SNAP Card
Here’s how to checkout on Instacart using your EBT Card:
To checkout, visit your cart and tap or click the green Checkout button. You’ll be asked to add a delivery address and your payment information—
- Enter your credit or debit card information and address
- Add your EBT card information
- Click or tap Edit to change the amount that will apply to your EBT card
- Click or tap Confirm payment method
- On the Place Order page, confirm all information is correct
- Click or tap Place Order
- After placing your order, you will be prompted to enter your EBT card pin to verify your purchase.
How to Download Instacart App
Before you shop, you should download the Instacart app if you have a smartphone. Follow the link below to download the app for both Apple and Andriod devices
Apple Devices (iPhone, etc) – Click here to download Instacart app from the app store.
Android Devices – Click here to download Instacart app from the Google Play store.
Plus, for a limited-time, pay with EBT SNAP on Instacart at select retailers & get free grocery delivery or pickup on your first 3 $35+ EBT orders. Ends 6/30/23.
Florida stores that accept EBT on Instacart
Here’s the list of grocery stores in Florida that accept SNAP EBT cards using Instacart.
- ALDI
- Publix
FAQ on using your EBT Card on Instacart
Here are the most frequently asked questions about using an EBT card to shop online and about Florida EBT Card in general:
What other Grocery Stores accept EBT online for Delivery or Pickup?
Here’s a list of other grocery stores in Florida that take SNAP EBT online for delivery or pickup:
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ALDI
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BJs Wholesale Club
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Earth Fare
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Freshfields Farm
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Greer’s Cash Saver
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Hitchcock’s Markets
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JC’s Market and Food Kitchen
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Mt. Plymouth Grocery
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Sam’s Club Scan and Go
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Target
How do I check my Florida EBT Card Balance?
You can check your Florida EBT Card balance online, in person, or by phone.
To complete your Florida EBT Card balance check, please call 1-888-356-3281 or visit https://cardholder.ebtedge.com website.
What Restaurants take Florida SNAP EBT?
The Food Stamps program or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) only allows you to use your EBT card to purchase food for preparation at home.
However, federal law permits states to allow certain SNAP beneficiaries to use their EBT cards to purchase food at approved restaurants.
The program is called the Restaurant Meals Program (RMP)
RMP allows individuals who are homeless, elderly (age 60 or over), or disabled, and their spouses, to use their SNAP benefits to purchase prepared meals at authorized restaurants.
In 2009, Florida began operating an RMP pilot program in one county and has a total of only 14 restaurants participating.
However, the RMP pilot is ONLY available to the homeless.
To date, Florida has not expanded that pilot and it appears the pilot in that one county has been discontinued.
Is there a list of Items I can Purchase with Florida EBT on Instacart?
Yes, you can purchase the following items with your Florida ACCESS EBT Card on Instacart:
- Fruits and vegetables
- Meat, poultry, and fish
- Dairy products
- Breads and cereals
- Other foods such as snack foods and non-alcoholic beverages
- Seeds and plants, which produce food for the household to eat
Here’s what you cannot buy with your SNAP EBT Card on Instacart:
An EBT card can’t buy the following items—
- Alcoholic beverages such as:
– Beer
– Wine
– Liquor - Cigarettes and tobacco
- Vitamins, medicines, and supplements
Regarding vitamins and supplements, if an item has a Supplement Facts label, it is considered a supplement and is not eligible for EBT SNAP purchases. - Live animals (except shellfish, fish removed from water, and animals slaughtered prior to pick-up from the store).
- Prepared foods fit for immediate consumption
- Hot foods
- Any nonfood items such as:
– Pet foods
– Cleaning supplies
– Paper products
– Other household supplies
– Hygiene items
– Cosmetics
What is the number to call for Florida EBT?
Here’s the number to call if you are trying to reach Florida Food Stamps EBT Customer Service:
1-888-356-3281
You can call the customer service number 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week.
You can call the Florida EBT Phone Number to:
- Check your SNAP or cash account balance information.
- Hear your last ten transactions.
- Request a printed 2-month statement of your account history.
- File a claim if you suspect that a transaction error occurred.
- Change your PIN.
- Report damaged, lost, or stolen cards, and request a replacement card be mailed to you.
How do I remove my EBT card from my Instacart account?
There are two ways to remove your EBT card from Instacart. You can do it online or through the mobile app.
Follow the steps below:
To remove an EBT card from your account on Instacart.com—
- Click the three horizontal lines in the top left corner.
- Click Account settings.
- Click Payment methods.
- Click Delete next to EBT SNAP card.
- Click Delete again to confirm you want to remove the EBT card from your account.
To remove an EBT card from your account in-app—
- Tap the three horizontal lines in the top left corner.
- Tap Account settings.
- Tap Payment methods.
- Tap the pencil icon in the top right corner.
- Tap the red minus icon next to the EBT card you want to remove.
- Tap Delete.
Florida stores that accept EBT on Instacart Summary
We hope this post on Florida stores that accept EBT on Instacart was helpful.
Questions?
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