Residents in New York who are currently on Food Stamp are required to “recertify” their benefits before the end of your certification period in order to continue to receive benefits. This article will explain the New York food stamps recertification process for all food stamps recipients in New York except residents of New York City (NYC).
Why Food Stamps Recertification?
As of the time you were approved of food stamps, you will receive your entitled benefits for a certain period of time. This is known as your “certification period.” It is a must that you recertify periodically so you will be able to continue receiving food stamps.
The New York Department of Social Services will send you a recertification packet which you need to complete and send back 60 days before the end of your certification period. This form will contain all the vital information the department has about you in their system.
It is required that you review the form, update any information that has changed, and fill in any blank sections and send it back along with the proofs requested back to your the department before the due date specified on the accompanying letter.
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Furthermore, you also need to notify the Department of Social Services on time in case if you have moved to a new address so they can send the recertification paperwork to the right address on time.
NYC Food Stamps Recertification Process
Mainly, in order to complete the whole process of NYC food stamps recertification, you must follow the below-outlined steps.
(1). Submit the Recertification Application
You have to submit a Recertification application first, to begin the process. The recertification application form can be submitted by mail, online, by fax, or in person at your local department of social services.
To submit online, visit the ACCESS HRA and submit your recertification. Or you can print out this application form, fill it out and drop it off at a SNAP center. To Fax your recertification form, click here. You can mail it to:
SNAP
Mail Application Referral Unit
P.O. Box 29197
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Lastly, you can call the SNAP Infoline at (718) 557-1399, to have an application mailed to you and recertify. The line is open from Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM.
How to Complete Recertification Process Online
In order to complete your NYC food stamps recertification online, log in to the ACCESS HRA website, and click on the “Recertify” link on the page.
If it’s your first time logging in, you will have to enter your case number to locate your account.
Once you have successfully logged in, click on the “Benefits” link at the top and click on SNAP to locate the recertification link to complete the process.
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(2). Schedule and Attend Interview
After you might have submitted your recertification form, you can schedule an interview appointment. Also, you can have your recertification interview by calling (718) 762-7669.
To request a fair hearing, call (800) 342-3334.
(3). Provide Requested Documents
Once you have been interviewed, you may be asked to submit additional documents related to your income or circumstances. Ensure to submit the requested documents promptly to avoid a lapse in your food stamps benefits.
Should in case you have any questions about food stamps in New York, or you need help with New York Food Stamps Recertification process, you can use the comment section below to reach us or call the Department of Social Services (DSS) at 1-800-342-3009.
