CalWorks & CalFresh Payment Dates January 2026: When You Get Your Benefits
Alex O'Connell
Published Dec 26, 2025
CalWorks (cash assistance) and CalFresh (SNAP/food stamps) are deposited onto EBT cards in California.
Knowing your exact payment date helps with budgeting for rent, groceries, and bills at the start of the year.
Where to Check Payment Status
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California EBT Cardholder Portal: caebt.org
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Your county’s social services/human services website (e.g., LA County DPSS, SF Human Services)
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Customer service: 1-877-328-9677 (EBT customer service)
CalWorks Payment Date – January 2026
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CalWorks benefits are loaded between January 1 and January 3, 2026.
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Funds are available on your EBT card by the end of the day on your assigned date.
Related: Read: Social Security Payments for January 2026 Are Coming Early for Some—Here’s the Full Schedule
CalFresh (SNAP) Payment Schedule – January 2026
CalFresh benefits are released on a staggered schedule based on the last digit of your case number:
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Case number ends in 1 → Benefits available January 1, 2026
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Case number ends in 2 → Benefits available January 2, 2026
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Case number ends in 3 → Benefits available January 3, 2026
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Case number ends in 4 → Benefits available January 4, 2026
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Case number ends in 5 → Benefits available January 5, 2026
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Case number ends in 6 → Benefits available January 6, 2026
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Case number ends in 7 → Benefits available January 7, 2026
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Case number ends in 8 → Benefits available January 8, 2026
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Case number ends in 9 → Benefits available January 9, 2026
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Case number ends in 0 → Benefits available January 10, 2026
Can You Change Your Payment Date?
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No, CalFresh and CalWorks payment dates are fixed by case number and cannot be changed.
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However, you can update your contact information to ensure you receive notices and avoid delays.
How to Update Your Information
If you move or change your phone/email:
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Contact your county social services or human services agency immediately.
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Update your address and contact details in your county’s online portal or by phone.
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This ensures you receive important notices, renewal reminders, and any related benefits.
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