Where Can I Withdraw Money From My EBT Card In Minnesota?

If your Minnesota EBT card isn’t working at the store or ATM, check the balance first and make sure you’re using the right PIN and transaction type.

Quick Fix Summary

Use your EBT card at any in-network ATM or store POS terminal. For cash, pick “WITHDRAW CASH” (not SNAP purchase) and choose “CHECKING.” Keep your last receipt to check balances. If declined, call 1-888-997-2222 for Minnesota EBT support.

What’s happening with my EBT card?

Your Minnesota EBT card splits into two accounts: one for SNAP (food) and one for cash (MFIP/TANF).

Food dollars only work at grocery stores for approved items. Cash dollars act like regular cash for things like rent, fuel, or clothing. Starting in 2026, the federal SNAP boost adds about $34 more per person per month nationwide, but state cash assistance limits stay the same.

How do I actually withdraw money from my EBT card?

Start by checking which account you’re using, then pick the right terminal.

Confirm your account type first:
- SNAP (food): only works for groceries at approved stores—no cash allowed.
- Cash (MFIP/TANF): buys anything at participating stores or lets you pull cash from ATMs with an “EBT accepted” sticker.
Pick your withdrawal spot:
- ATM (cash only): slide in your card → type your 4-digit PIN → hit “WITHDRAW CASH” → select “CHECKING” → enter amount → grab your cash and receipt.
- Store POS (food or cash): swipe your card → choose “EBT” → pick “Food” or “Cash” when asked → enter PIN → finish your purchase or ask for up to $50 cash back per transaction.
Track your balance:
- Your most recent receipt shows the running total.
- Download the EBT Edge app (works on iPhone and Android) or dial 1-888-997-2222 and follow the voice prompts.

Where in Minnesota can I use my EBT card in 2026?

Location Type	Food (SNAP)	Cash (MFIP/TANF)
Major grocers (Kowalski’s, Cub, Lunds & Byerlys)	Yes	No
Walmart, Target, Aldi	Yes	Yes
ATM with “EBT accepted” sticker (Hennepin County, Ramsey County, etc.)	No	Yes
CVS, Walgreens (for SNAP-eligible foods only)	Yes	No

My EBT card still won’t work. What now?

Try these steps in order until it starts working again.

Card locked or blocked? Dial Minnesota EBT Customer Service at 1-888-997-2222 anytime—day or night. They can unlock it right away or mail you a replacement for a $2 fee.
Forgot your PIN? Use the self-service kiosk inside any EBT-accepting store to reset it (you’ll need your security questions). If you blanked on the answers, call the same number and they’ll text you a reset link.
Terminal not playing nice? Swap to another ATM or store terminal. Minnesota’s EBT network runs on Fiserv, so any machine showing “Fiserv” should accept your card.

How can I avoid problems in the future?

Keep these simple habits in mind and you’ll rarely run into issues.

Hold onto your last receipt until the next transaction posts; balances can lag by a few minutes.
Make sure Minnesota Human Services has your current phone number so you get fraud alerts by text.
Set two calendar reminders each month—one right before the 1st and another before the 10th—to check your balance before shopping (SNAP reloads on the 1st, cash reloads on the 10th in most counties).
Only use ATMs that clearly say “EBT accepted.” Skip those random surcharge-free ATMs—they’re usually outside the network and can ding you with fees.

Lost or stolen card? Report it right away at the Minnesota Department of Human Services website to stop further use and request a new one.