If you receive SNAP benefits in Utah, your Horizon Card is loaded on one of three set dates each month based on the first letter of your last name, not your case number or Social Security Number. Benefits are available on the 5th, 11th, or 15th of the month, and your date stays the same every single month. Utah does not shift deposits for weekends or holidays, so if your date is the 11th and the 11th is a Sunday, your benefits are still there on Sunday. This guide covers the full 2026 calendar, how to check your balance, what to do if a deposit is missing, and the income limits that determine how much you receive.
Utah EBT Deposit Schedule by Last Name
The Utah Department of Workforce Services (DWS) staggers SNAP issuance across three days in the first half of each month. Your group is set by the first letter of the primary cardholder's last name.
| First Letter of Last Name | EBT Deposit Date |
|---|
| A through G | 5th of the month |
| H through O | 11th of the month |
| P through Z | 15th of the month |
This assignment does not rotate or change month to month. If your last name legally changes, your deposit date may move to the group matching your new last name, so watch your balance closely the first month after a name change is processed.
2026 Utah EBT Deposit Calendar
Find your last name group in the left column and read across for your exact date each month of 2026.
| Last Name Group | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|
| A to G | Jan 5 | Feb 5 | Mar 5 | Apr 5 | May 5 | Jun 5 | Jul 5 | Aug 5 | Sep 5 | Oct 5 | Nov 5 | Dec 5 |
| H to O | Jan 11 | Feb 11 | Mar 11 | Apr 11 | May 11 | Jun 11 | Jul 11 | Aug 11 | Sep 11 | Oct 11 | Nov 11 | Dec 11 |
| P to Z | Jan 15 | Feb 15 | Mar 15 | Apr 15 | May 15 | Jun 15 | Jul 15 | Aug 15 | Sep 15 | Oct 15 | Nov 15 | Dec 15 |
Utah states directly that food stamp benefits are available on your assigned day even if that day falls on a holiday or a weekend. Unlike states that move deposits to the prior business day, Utah loads the card on the calendar date itself. EBT deposits are electronic and do not depend on banks being open.
What Time Do Utah EBT Benefits Load?
Utah does not publish a guaranteed hour for deposits. Most Horizon Card holders see the new balance shortly after midnight or by early morning on their assigned date. If your balance has not updated by the middle of the day, check again in the evening before assuming something is wrong. Balance displays in stores and in the ConnectEBT app can also lag behind the actual load by a short window.
Your First Deposit After Approval
New approvals do not always follow the normal schedule. When DWS approves your application, your first issuance is usually loaded within a few days of the approval date rather than waiting for your assigned monthly day, and it is prorated back to the date you applied. From the second month forward, you settle into the 5th, 11th, or 15th based on your last name.
Your Horizon Card arrives by mail in a plain white envelope and can take up to 15 days to reach you. Benefits will not be on the card until your case is approved. Once the card arrives, set your PIN through the ConnectEBT app, the ConnectEBT client portal, or the Horizon Card help desk at 1-800-997-4444 before your first purchase.
How to Check Your Utah EBT Balance
You have four reliable ways to see your current SNAP balance:
ConnectEBT mobile app: Free for iOS and Android. Log in with your 16-digit card number to see your balance, transaction history, and deposit dates. This is the fastest option.
ConnectEBT website: Go to connectebt.com and sign in with your card number and PIN.
Horizon Card help desk: Call 1-800-997-4444, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Choose your language, then enter your 16-digit card number and 4-digit PIN to hear your current SNAP and cash balances.
Store receipt: Every EBT purchase prints your remaining balance at the bottom of the receipt.
You can also log in to your myCase account at jobs.utah.gov/mycase to review your benefit amount, issuance history, and any pending case actions.
What to Do if Your Utah Benefits Are Late or Missing
If your assigned date has passed and your balance has not changed, work through these steps in order:
- Check your balance two different ways, such as the ConnectEBT app and the 1-800-997-4444 phone line, to rule out a display error in one system.
- Confirm you are checking on the right day. Deposits go by the first letter of your last name, not the date your case was approved.
- Wait until the end of your deposit day. Some loads post later than others.
- Log in to myCase at jobs.utah.gov/mycase and look for a pending action. Missing paperwork, an unreturned review form, or an unfinished interview is the most common reason a deposit stops.
- Call DWS Eligibility Services at 1-866-435-7414 or 801-526-0950, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., to confirm your case is active.
- If you suspect your card was skimmed or your benefits were stolen, change your PIN immediately and report the card through the ConnectEBT app, the portal, or by calling 1-800-997-4444. Your card is deactivated right away and a replacement is mailed.
The single most common cause of a missed deposit is a recertification or interim review that was not completed on time. Utah sends review paperwork before your certification period ends, and benefits stop if it is not returned, even if nothing about your household changed.
Utah SNAP Income Limits for 2026
Utah does not use Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility. That means the state applies the standard federal gross income test at 130% of the Federal Poverty Level, the net income test at 100% FPL, and a resource limit that many other states have dropped.
Gross Monthly Income Limits (130% FPL), FY2026
| Household Size | Monthly Gross Income Limit |
|---|
| 1 | $1,696 |
| 2 | $2,292 |
| 3 | $2,888 |
| 4 | $3,483 |
| 5 | $4,079 |
| 6 | $4,675 |
| 7 | $5,271 |
| 8 | $5,867 |
| Each additional person | +$596 |
Net Monthly Income Limits (100% FPL), FY2026
Net income is what remains after allowable deductions, including the standard deduction, a 20% earned income deduction, dependent care costs, and excess shelter costs. Households where every member is elderly or disabled skip the gross income test and only need to meet the net limit.
| Household Size | Monthly Net Income Limit |
|---|
| 1 | $1,305 |
| 2 | $1,763 |
| 3 | $2,221 |
| 4 | $2,680 |
| 5 | $3,139 |
| 6 | $3,598 |
| 7 | $4,057 |
| 8 | $4,516 |
| Each additional person | +$459 |
These figures apply from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
Utah SNAP Asset Limits
Because Utah has not adopted BBCE, countable resources still matter:
| Household Type | Resource Limit |
|---|
| Most households | $3,000 |
| Households with a member age 60 or older or with a disability | $4,500 |
Countable resources include cash, checking and savings accounts, stocks, and bonds. Your home, retirement accounts, and most household goods do not count.
Maximum Monthly SNAP Benefit, FY2026
| Household Size | Maximum Monthly Benefit |
|---|
| 1 | $298 |
| 2 | $546 |
| 3 | $785 |
| 4 | $994 |
| 5 | $1,183 |
| 6 | $1,421 |
| 7 | $1,571 |
| 8 | $1,789 |
| Each additional person | +$218 |
Most households do not receive the maximum. Your actual amount is calculated from your net income, so households with earnings typically receive less than the figures above.
How to Apply for SNAP in Utah
If you are not yet receiving benefits, here is the process:
- Apply online through myCase at jobs.utah.gov/mycase. This is the fastest route and is available around the clock.
- Apply in person or by phone through a DWS employment center. Call 1-866-435-7414 to find your nearest office or request a paper application.
- Complete an interview. DWS conducts most SNAP interviews by phone after your application is filed.
- Send verification. You will typically need proof of identity, Utah residency, income, and Social Security Numbers for household members. Documents can be uploaded directly in myCase.
- Wait for a decision. Standard applications are processed within 30 days. Households with very little or no income and low resources may qualify for expedited service within 7 days.
- Watch for your card. The Horizon Card is mailed separately and can take up to 15 days to arrive.
For more on Utah programs beyond SNAP, see /states/utah.
Recent Changes Utah Recipients Should Know
Two things have shifted for Utah households. First, expanded federal work requirements for able-bodied adults without dependents took effect in late 2025, raising the age range subject to work reporting rules and narrowing some exemptions. If you are between 18 and 64 without dependents, confirm your status with DWS rather than assuming an old exemption still applies.
Second, Utah participated in Summer EBT, branded SUN Bucks, in 2025 with a $120 per child benefit, but the state is not running the program in 2026. Families who received SUN Bucks last summer should not count on that deposit this year. Regular monthly SNAP is unaffected.
Protecting Your Horizon Card from Skimming
Card skimming has hit EBT holders across Utah. Thieves attach readers to point of sale terminals to capture card numbers and PINs, then drain the balance the moment a deposit lands. Because your deposit day is predictable, stolen cards are often emptied within minutes of the load.
- Inspect the card reader for anything loose, bulky, or misaligned before inserting your card.
- Cover the keypad with your hand when entering your PIN.
- Change your PIN regularly through the ConnectEBT app, especially right before your deposit date.
- Freeze your card in the ConnectEBT app between shopping trips if the option is available to you.
- Check your transaction history often and report any purchase you did not make immediately.
Call 1-800-997-4444 the moment you see a charge you did not authorize.
Frequently Asked Questions
What day does EBT deposit in Utah?
Utah SNAP benefits are deposited on the 5th, 11th, or 15th of each month based on the first letter of your last name. Last names starting with A through G are loaded on the 5th, H through O on the 11th, and P through Z on the 15th.
Does Utah EBT deposit on weekends and holidays?
Yes. Utah loads benefits on your assigned calendar date even when it falls on a weekend or a holiday. Your deposit is not moved forward or backward.
What time do EBT benefits load in Utah?
There is no officially published hour. Most recipients see the balance update shortly after midnight or by early morning on their assigned date. If nothing has posted by midday, check again later in the day before calling.
What is the Utah EBT customer service number?
The Utah Horizon Card help desk is 1-800-997-4444, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for balance checks, PIN changes, and lost or stolen cards. For questions about your case or eligibility, call DWS at 1-866-435-7414 or 801-526-0950 on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
How do I find my Utah EBT deposit date?
Use the first letter of your last name: A to G deposits on the 5th, H to O on the 11th, P to Z on the 15th. Your approval notice and your myCase account at jobs.utah.gov/mycase also show your issuance dates.
Why did my Utah EBT deposit not arrive?
The most common reasons are an incomplete recertification, an unreturned review form, a missed interview, or a case closure after a reported change. Log in to myCase to check for pending actions, then call 1-866-435-7414 if nothing is listed.
Can I check my Utah EBT balance without calling?
Yes. Use the ConnectEBT mobile app, log in at connectebt.com, check your myCase account, or look at the bottom of your last store receipt.
Does Utah roll over unused SNAP benefits?
Unused benefits stay on your Horizon Card and carry into the next month. Benefits are removed if the account goes unused for a long stretch, so make at least one purchase periodically to keep the balance active.
What are the Utah SNAP income limits for 2026?
A one-person household can have up to $1,696 in monthly gross income and a family of four up to $3,483. Utah uses the standard federal limit of 130% of the Federal Poverty Level and also applies an asset limit of $3,000, or $4,500 for households with an elderly or disabled member, because the state does not use Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility.
How long does it take to get a Utah EBT card after approval?
Cards are mailed from out of state in a plain white envelope and can take up to 15 days to arrive. Your first deposit is generally loaded within days of approval and is prorated back to your application date.
Is Utah doing Summer EBT in 2026?
No. Utah issued SUN Bucks benefits of $120 per eligible child in 2025 but is not participating in Summer EBT for 2026. Regular monthly SNAP deposits continue on the normal schedule.
