• Shop: you will receive your benefits on an EBT card. You can use this card at most grocery stores, convenience stores, and farmers markets in Vermont.
  • Submit changes: if your income or expenses change, it is typically important to report changes. If income increases, it’s important to report the change so you don’t risk an overpayment. If income decreases, it’s important to report the change because it could increase your monthly benefit amount!
  • Interim Report: approximately 5 months after you’re approved, ESD will send you form 202IR-Interim Report. Be sure you complete the paperwork and upload it to ESD or mail it back to them before the due date.
  • Recertification: typically, you’ll need to reapply for benefits every year. ESD will mail you a reminder to reapply. Be sure to follow the timeline they suggest so that your benefits don’t lapse!