How do I add my EBT card as payment for Walmart grocery pickup?
You can add your EBT card as a payment method during the checkout process on the Walmart website or app when placing your grocery pickup order. You will need to enter your card details, including the card number and PIN, at the designated payment screen. Make sure to select EBT as your payment method before finalizing your order.
The process for adding your EBT card is straightforward. After you have added all your eligible items to your online cart, proceed to checkout. During the payment selection step, you should see an option to add or use your EBT card. You'll be prompted to enter your EBT card number and PIN. It's important to remember your PIN, as you will need to enter it to authorize the purchase when you pick up your groceries. Walmart may also require you to have an additional payment method (like a debit or credit card) linked to your account to cover any items in your order that are not EBT-eligible, such as non-food items or items exceeding your available balance.
Before placing your order, it’s good practice to double-check that all the items in your cart are EBT-eligible to avoid any surprises at pickup. While Walmart's website or app generally identifies eligible items, sometimes there might be discrepancies. If you have any difficulties adding your EBT card or completing your order, Walmart’s customer service is available to assist you online or through their customer service phone line.
What items are EBT eligible when ordering online for pickup?
When using your EBT card for Walmart grocery pickup, you can purchase the same food items that are eligible in-store. This primarily includes staple food items like fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, fish, dairy products, breads, cereals, snack foods, and non-alcoholic beverages. Essentially, any item that falls under the SNAP guidelines for authorized food purchases is eligible when buying groceries online for pickup from Walmart.
It's crucial to understand that certain items are *not* EBT eligible. These typically include non-food items such as paper products (toilet paper, paper towels), cleaning supplies, pet food, personal hygiene products, and household items. Additionally, prepared hot foods intended for immediate consumption, like rotisserie chickens or deli-prepared meals, are generally not EBT-eligible under federal guidelines, although some states may have exceptions. Alcoholic beverages and tobacco products are also excluded.
When placing your Walmart grocery pickup order online, the Walmart system should automatically identify EBT-eligible items during checkout. However, it's always a good idea to carefully review your order before finalizing payment to ensure only approved items are being charged to your EBT card. You will typically pay for the EBT-eligible items using your EBT card online at the time of pickup. Any non-EBT eligible items can be paid for with a credit card, debit card, or other accepted payment methods.
Do I have to pay the entire Walmart grocery pickup order with EBT?
No, you don't have to pay for the entire Walmart grocery pickup order with EBT if it includes non-EBT eligible items. You can split your payment between your EBT card for eligible items and another payment method, like a debit card, credit card, or Walmart gift card, for non-eligible items.
When placing your Walmart grocery pickup order online or through the app, the system will identify which items are EBT-eligible and which are not. Common EBT-eligible items include fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy, bread, and cereals. Non-eligible items typically include alcohol, tobacco, pet food, paper products, cleaning supplies, and personal hygiene items. Before you finalize your order, you will be able to see a breakdown of the EBT-eligible and non-eligible amounts. During the checkout process, you'll be prompted to enter your EBT card information. The EBT-eligible amount will be charged to your EBT card. You'll then be asked to provide another payment method to cover the remaining balance for the non-EBT-eligible items. Make sure you have sufficient funds available on both your EBT card and your secondary payment method to complete the transaction successfully. If you don't have enough on your EBT card, the full EBT amount may not process, and you'll need to adjust your cart accordingly.What happens if my EBT card doesn't cover the full amount of my pickup order?
If your EBT card doesn't cover the full amount of your Walmart grocery pickup order, you'll need to use a secondary payment method to cover the remaining balance. Walmart accepts various payment options, including debit cards, credit cards, and Walmart gift cards, to cover the difference.
If your EBT balance is less than the order total, you'll be prompted during the payment process to provide an additional payment method. The Walmart system will first apply the available EBT funds to eligible items in your order. Then, the remaining balance, including ineligible items or any amount exceeding your EBT balance, will be charged to the secondary payment method you provide. Make sure the secondary payment method has sufficient funds available to cover the outstanding balance to avoid order cancellation or delays. It's a good idea to carefully review your order total and your EBT balance before placing your order to estimate how much you'll need to pay with your secondary method. This can help you avoid any surprises at pickup. Some people will intentionally add an inexpensive, non-EBT eligible item (like a small toy) to their cart as a "trigger" to force the Walmart system to allow them to split the payment between EBT and another card.Is there a minimum purchase amount when using EBT for Walmart grocery pickup?
No, there is generally no minimum purchase amount required when using your EBT card for Walmart grocery pickup. You can use your SNAP benefits to pay for eligible grocery items, regardless of the total cost, as long as it covers at least a portion of the order.
Walmart allows you to use your EBT card to pay for eligible grocery items online for pickup. This includes most food items such as fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy, and bread. However, it's important to note that you cannot use your EBT card to pay for non-eligible items like alcohol, tobacco, pet food, household supplies, or hot prepared foods. These items must be purchased separately using another payment method, such as a debit or credit card. When placing your order online, you'll select "EBT" as your payment method. You'll then enter your EBT card information and the amount you want to charge to your EBT card. If your order total exceeds the amount available on your EBT card, you can use another payment method to cover the remaining balance. This flexibility allows you to purchase groceries of any amount using your SNAP benefits at Walmart.Are there any extra fees for using EBT with Walmart grocery pickup?
No, Walmart does not charge any extra fees for using your EBT card to pay for grocery pickup orders. You pay the same price for items purchased online for pickup as you would in the store.
While there are no extra fees associated with using your EBT card for Walmart grocery pickup, it's important to understand *how* you can use your benefits online. You can only use your EBT card to pay for eligible SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) items online, just as you would in-store. Delivery fees, tips, and ineligible items like alcohol, pet food, or household supplies cannot be purchased with your EBT card and must be paid for with a separate debit or credit card. To use your EBT for Walmart grocery pickup, you'll add your EBT card to your Walmart account as a payment method. During checkout, you'll then specify how much of your order you want to pay for with your EBT card. Any remaining balance for eligible items, and all costs associated with non-eligible items or delivery fees, must be covered with another payment method.And there you have it! Using your SNAP benefits for Walmart grocery pickup is easier than you might think. We hope this guide has been helpful in simplifying your shopping experience. Thanks for reading, and be sure to check back for more tips and tricks to make your life a little bit easier!