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Frequently Asked Questions

I need my benefits right away, do you have emergency CalFresh benefits?

You may receive CalFresh benefits within three days of your application date if you qualify for what is called “expedited service.” A household qualifies for expedited service if it has less than $150 in monthly income and less than $100 in liquid resources (cash, savings or checking) OR has housing costs that are more than its monthly income and liquid resources OR is a migrant or seasonal farm worker who is destitute. Every case is reviewed for expedited services, and it is always OK to ask to have your case reviewed for expedited service processing with an Eligibility Specialist.

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1. What do I need to apply?
2. I need my benefits right away, do you have emergency CalFresh benefits?
3. Does everyone living in my home have to get CalFresh benefits?
4. Does everyone in my home have to be a U.S. citizen to get CalFresh benefits?
5. Is there a limit on the amount of property I can own and still get CalFresh benefits?
6. What do I have to do to maintain eligibility?
7. What if I lose my electronic benefits transfer (EBT) card?
8. Can I sell or trade my CalFresh benefits or my electronic benefits transfer (EBT) card?
9. What if I disagree with an action taken by the county?
10. How do I get my CalFresh benefits?
11. What will happen when I apply?
12. Will I be fingerprinted?
13. How long will it take to process my application?
14. How will I know if my application has been approved?