Yes — Target accepts EBT at all store locations nationwide. Every Target store is an authorized SNAP retailer and accepts EBT cards for SNAP-eligible food purchases. Target also accepts EBT for online grocery pickup (Drive Up and Order Pickup) at participating locations — one of the most convenient EBT pickup options available at a major retailer.
What Can You Buy at Target With EBT?
You can use your EBT card to purchase any SNAP-eligible food item at Target. This includes:
- Fresh fruits and vegetables — produce available in the grocery section and Market by Target sections
- Meat and poultry
- Seafood
- Dairy products — milk, cheese, eggs, yogurt, butter
- Bread and baked goods
- Cereal and grains
- Canned and packaged foods
- Snack foods — chips, crackers, cookies, nuts, candy, granola bars
- Non-alcoholic beverages — bottled water, juice, sports drinks, soda, sparkling water
- Frozen foods — frozen vegetables, frozen meals, frozen proteins
- Baby food and infant formula
- Target’s Good & Gather brand — Target’s private-label food brand; most Good & Gather food products are SNAP-eligible
What you cannot buy with SNAP at Target
- Vitamins and supplements — even in the food aisles
- Protein powders and shakes with a Supplement Facts label
- Alcohol and beer
- Non-food items — clothing, electronics, household goods, cleaning supplies, personal care, toys
- Pet food and pet supplies
- Hot prepared foods from Target Café or in-store food service
- Restaurant purchases at Starbucks inside Target
The Nutrition Facts vs. Supplement Facts label distinction matters at Target, where protein bars, nutrition drinks, and supplements sit alongside food products. A product with a Nutrition Facts panel is generally SNAP-eligible; a product with a Supplement Facts panel is not.
For the complete list of what SNAP covers, see the EBT-eligible foods.
Does Target Accept EBT for Online Orders?
Yes — but only for Drive Up and Order Pickup, not for delivery.
Target accepts EBT as a payment method for online orders placed through the Target app or Target.com that are fulfilled as:
- Drive Up — you order online, drive to the store, and a Target team member brings your order to your car
- Order Pickup — you order online and pick up inside the store
Target delivery (Shipt) does not accept EBT. If you choose delivery to your home through Shipt or Target’s same-day delivery option, EBT cannot be used as a payment method.
How to use EBT for Target Drive Up or Order Pickup:
- Add SNAP-eligible food items to your cart on the Target app or Target.com
- At checkout, select Drive Up or Order Pickup as your fulfillment method
- Select EBT as your payment method
- Complete the order — you’ll enter your EBT PIN when you pick up the order at the store or in the Drive Up lane
Does Target Accept EBT Through Instacart?
Target is available on Instacart in some areas. EBT acceptance through Instacart at Target varies by location — check the Instacart app for the “EBT SNAP” label on Target’s store tile to confirm availability in your area.
Does Target Accept EBT Cash Benefits?
Yes — Target accepts EBT cash benefits (EBT Cash/TANF cash assistance) for any purchase. EBT cash works like a debit card and can be used on any item Target sells, including non-food items like clothing and household goods. Cash back is not available with EBT cash at Target.
Can I Use EBT at the Starbucks Inside Target?
No. The Starbucks locations inside Target stores are licensed Starbucks cafes — they are food service operations, not SNAP-authorized retailers. Hot prepared beverages and food from Starbucks inside Target cannot be purchased with SNAP EBT.
Cold bottled Starbucks drinks sold on the grocery shelves (bottled Frappuccinos, canned cold brew) are SNAP-eligible when purchased at the regular register.
Can I Use EBT at Target Café?
No. The Target Café — where available — is a hot food service area and not SNAP-authorized. Hot prepared foods cannot be purchased with SNAP EBT.
How to Use Your EBT Card at Target In-Store
- Shop for your SNAP-eligible food items
- At any checkout lane or self-checkout, tell the cashier you’re paying with EBT or select EBT on the screen
- Swipe or insert your EBT card
- Enter your 4-digit PIN
- SNAP balance covers eligible items automatically
If you have SNAP-eligible food items and non-eligible items (clothing, personal care, electronics, supplements) in the same transaction, the register separates them. You pay the food portion with EBT and cover the rest with another payment method.
Target Circle and EBT
Target’s free Circle loyalty program works alongside EBT. You can scan your Target Circle barcode and pay with EBT in the same transaction. Any Target Circle offers or discounts that apply to SNAP-eligible food items will reduce your total before EBT is charged. Circle earnings apply normally on EBT purchases.
Does Target Accept WIC?
Yes — Target is a WIC-authorized retailer in most states where it operates. Target stocks WIC-approved items and WIC-eligible products are labeled in store. Confirm WIC acceptance and approved items with your local Target or your state WIC agency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does all Target accept EBT?
Yes — every Target store in the United States accepts EBT. Target has more than 1,900 stores across all 50 states.
Does Target accept EBT for Drive Up pickup?
Yes — Target’s Drive Up service accepts EBT for SNAP-eligible food items when you place your order through the Target app and select Drive Up as your fulfillment method. You enter your EBT PIN at the store when your order is brought to your car.
Does Target delivery accept EBT?
No — Shipt delivery and Target’s same-day home delivery options do not accept EBT. EBT is only supported for Drive Up and Order Pickup at Target.
Can I buy Good & Gather products with EBT at Target?
Yes — Target’s Good & Gather private-label food products are SNAP-eligible food items and can be purchased with EBT. Good & Gather includes organic, conventional, and plant-based food options across the produce, dairy, meat, frozen, and pantry categories.
Can I use EBT at Starbucks inside Target?
No — the Starbucks inside Target is a licensed food service cafe, not a SNAP-authorized retailer. Hot beverages and Starbucks food items cannot be purchased with SNAP EBT. Bottled cold Starbucks drinks sold on the grocery shelves are SNAP-eligible.
Does Target accept WIC?
Yes — Target is a WIC-authorized retailer in most states. WIC-eligible items are labeled in store.
Can I use my EBT card at Target self-checkout?
Yes — all Target self-checkout lanes accept EBT. Select EBT as your payment method on the screen and enter your PIN when prompted.
Can I get cash back with EBT at Target?
No — Target does not offer cash back for any payment type at its registers, including EBT cash benefits.
For more on using your EBT card at major retailers, see the grocery stores that accept Food Stamp guide. To check your SNAP eligibility or estimate your benefit amount, use the Food Stamp calculator.