Food Assistance

In order to apply for SNAP, you will need to provide the following information about yourself and/or all household members that qualify:

• Proof of Identity
• Date of Birth
• Social Security Number
• Citizenship or immigration status
• Employment status and income
• Criminal background, if any (Examples: probation, parole, felony conviction)
• Proof of household income (Examples: pay stub, child support payments)
• Proof of household expenses (Examples: utilities, medical bills, child care receipts)

English | Spanish | Chinese | Korean | Arabic | French

You can apply by choosing one of three methods:

• Apply online at the Georgia Gateway website by creating an account or logging into an existing account.
• Apply by mail by mailing your completed application to the nearest DFCS office.
• Apply in person by bringing your completed application to the nearest DFCS office during its operating hours.

If you would like assistance filling out your application, you can call:

• The Latin American Association: (404) 638-1839 for assistance in English and Spanish
• The Atlanta Community Food Bank: (678) 553-5917 for assistance in English and Spanish

• Once your application is filed, a DFCS case manager will interview you.
• This may be done in person or over the telephone.
• Be ready to answer questions and have proof available about your household’s income, resources, rent or mortgage, and utility costs.
• If you don’t have something that’s asked for, let your case manager know. DFCS allows up to 10 days from the interview for you to give that information to your local office.

• If you receive benefits, an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card and Personal Identification Number (PIN) will be mailed to you. This can take up to 30 days.

You can check your benefits status by logging into Georgia Gateway or by calling the DFCS at (877)423-4746.