Apply for SNAP in Maryland

Maryland DHR administers SNAP for Maryland residents. Apply online or by phone — the application is free, and most decisions take 7-30 days.

Step 1: Gather documents

• Photo ID
• Proof of Maryland residence (lease, utility bill, or DMV record)
• Social Security cards or numbers for everyone in the household
• Last 30 days of pay stubs
• Bank statements + any rental/utility/childcare costs

Step 2: Apply

1. Online (fastest): https://mydhrbenefits.dhr.state.md.us/
2. By phone: 1-800-332-6347
3. In person: Find your nearest Maryland SNAP office on feedam.org

Step 3: Interview + decision

Maryland DHR schedules a 30-minute interview within 30 days of application. Expedited applicants (income near zero) get a 7-day decision. If approved, your EBT card arrives in 7-10 days.

Maryland SNAP retailers

3,785 stores in Maryland accept SNAP/EBT — find SNAP-accepting stores by city: Maryland SNAP store directory

Need food while you wait?

Find free food pantries in Maryland: Browse Maryland food pantries →

For full SNAP application steps, see our national guide or in-depth walkthrough.

Sources

• Maryland DHR — the Maryland agency that takes applications and decides eligibility and benefit amounts
• USDA SNAP state directory — confirm the agency, website and phone number here
• USDA SNAP eligibility — federal income limits and deductions. Figures effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027 (USDA); see SNAP amounts and limits.

Maryland may use higher income limits through broad-based categorical eligibility. The state agency's decision is the official answer.