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Benefit Expiration Information
OTDA began issuing 2025 Summer EBT benefits in June 2025.
Summer EBT Benefits expire and are removed from the EBT card 122 days after they are issued. Be sure to use your benefits soon after you receive them.
The last full day you can use your benefits is the 121st day after the benefits were issued.
Find the date your benefits were issued below, along with the last date you have to use Summer EBT benefits
| Summer EBT Issuance date | Last Day to Use Benefits |
|---|---|
| 6/18/2025 | 10/17/2025 |
| 6/21/2025 | 10/20/2025 |
| 7/8/2025 | 11/6/2025 |
| 8/20/2025 | 12/19/2025 |
| 9/11/2025 | 1/10/2026 |
If you are not sure what date your child's benefits were issued, there are several ways to find out:
- Visit www.ebtEDGE.com. Click on “Cardholder Login” under the Cardholder portal section. You will be prompted to login or register with your Summer EBT card information.
- Download and use the ebtEDGE mobile app (can be downloaded on Google Play Store and Apple App Store).
- Call 1-888-328-6399 and follow the prompts.
You can also call the Summer EBT Helpline at 1-833-452-0096 to find out the exact date your child's benefits were issued.
If you requested a replacement Summer EBT card and have not received it within 14 days, please call the Summer EBT Helpline at 1-833-452-0096.