Food Stamps/SNAP Applications | Application for Benefits Eligibility
100 South Grand Avenue East, Springfield, IL 62704
Eligibility
Income limits apply
Required documents
These may include, but not limited to: Valid photo ID, such as driver's license, state ID or passport
Proof of your residence, such as utility bill with name on it
Proof of Social Security numbers for all people on your application
Proof of income for all members of family to be included in application, such as W-2 forms, tax returns, paystubs.
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
866-324-5553
Voice·
TTY
800-843-6154
Voice·
DHS Help Line
Website
https://abe.illinois.govLanguages
English, Spanish
Application process
(1) Use the SNAP Eligibility Calculator on website to check if you and/or your family qualify (2) Apply for SNAP online or by downloading the application, completing it and either mailing it in or submitting it in person to local IDHS Family Community Resource Center.
Fees
No Fees
Service area
IL
Administrative entity providing healthcare coverage for adults and children who qualify for Medicaid, and Child Support Services to help ensure that Illinois children receive financial support from both parents.
Last Assured
09/03/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services
Administrative entity providing healthcare coverage for adults and children who qualify for Medicaid, and Child Support Services to help ensure that Illinois children receive financial support from both parents.