Hawaii SNAP deposit days by first letter of last name
SNAP households using EBT in Hawaii. Use the first letter of your last name.
| First letter of last name | Day of month | November 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| A-I | 3rd | Tue, Nov 3 |
| J-Z | 5th | Thu, Nov 5 |
Hawaii SNAP calendar for 2026
The weekday your benefits load each month in 2026.
| First letter of last name | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A-I | Sat 3 | Tue 3 | Tue 3 | Fri 3 | Sun 3 | Wed 3 | Fri 3 | Mon 3 | Thu 3 | Sat 3 | Tue 3 | Thu 3 |
| J-Z | Mon 5 | Thu 5 | Thu 5 | Sun 5 | Tue 5 | Fri 5 | Sun 5 | Wed 5 | Sat 5 | Mon 5 | Thu 5 | Sat 5 |
How Hawaii decides your SNAP date
Hawaii Department of Human Services spreads SNAP deposits across the month. Your date is set by the first letter of your last name, and it stays the same every month. Use the first letter of your last name.
When this table may not apply to you
If your cash benefits go by direct deposit to your own bank account, your SNAP benefits are available on the 1st instead.
Do Hawaii SNAP benefits arrive on weekends and holidays?
The official Hawaii schedule lists a fixed day of the month and does not say that dates move for weekends or holidays. EBT cards can be used every day, so check your balance on your scheduled day; if benefits are missing, contact your local office.
Hawaii SNAP schedule: common questions
When will I get my Hawaii SNAP benefits in November 2026?
Hawaii loads benefits by the first letter of your last name. For example, if yours is J-Z, your benefits arrive on Thursday, November 5, 2026. Every group's date is in the table on this page.
What day is Hawaii SNAP deposited?
From the 3rd to the 5th of every month, based on the first letter of your last name. Your day stays the same each month.
Do Hawaii SNAP benefits come early on weekends or holidays?
The official Hawaii schedule lists a fixed day of the month and does not say that dates move for weekends or holidays. Check your EBT balance on your scheduled day.
How do I find my group on the Hawaii schedule?
Use the first letter of your last name.
Does this schedule apply to everyone in Hawaii?
SNAP households using EBT in Hawaii. If your cash benefits go by direct deposit to your own bank account, your SNAP benefits are available on the 1st instead.
Neighboring states
Official sources
- DHS BESSD: Hawaii Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) program(Hawaii Department of Human Services)