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Michigan Bridges Account Login

Kwame Kuadey

If you are trying to log in to your Michigan Bridges Account, we can help. In this article, we will walk you through the steps to successfully complete the Michigan Bridges Account Login to apply for benefits, review the status of your application, renew your benefits, or update your information.

In this post, we will cover:

This guide is for Michigan benefits applicants that have already created a Michigan Bridges account. To find out how to login to your Michigan Bridges account, continue reading below.

Michigan Bridges Account

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is responsible for administering government assistance benefits in Michigan. Currently, Michigan MDHHS manages the following benefit programs:

The state uses the Michigan Bridges system to manage the benefits program online.

You can use the Michigan Bridges system to apply or reapply for food stamp benefits and the other benefits programs listed above.

To apply for Michigan food stamp benefits or the other benefits programs online, you must first log in to your Michigan Bridges Account.

For help on how to login to your Michigan Bridges online account, continue reading below.

Michigan Bridges Account Features

A Michigan Bridges account allows you to be able to perform the following tasks online:

Here’s how to login to your Michigan Bridges Online Account:

Michigan Bridges Account Login

To login to the Michigan Bridges online portal, follow the instructions below.

How to Login Michigan Bridges Online Account

If you are trying to log in to the Michigan Bridges online system to apply for benefits, check the status of your benefits, renew your benefits, or update your information, follow the steps provided below.

1. Visit the Michigan Bridges Website

The first step is to visit the Michigan Bridges website. The website can be found at newmibridges.michigan.gov.

Once on the site, click the “Login” link. For help, please refer to the screenshot below.

2. Enter your Username & Password

Once you click the “Login” link, you will be taken to the Michigan Bridges Login page.

Next, enter your Username and Password into the login portal.

For help, refer to the screenshot below.

3. Submit your Michigan Bridges Login Information

Once you have entered your information, click the “Log In” button to access your account.

If you entered the correct information, you will be taken directly to your Michigan Bridges online account.

Michigan Bridges Account Locked (Unlock your ACCESS Account)

If you are having trouble logging into your account or your account is locked, here’s what to do:

There are two possible reasons why you may be having trouble logging into your account. You may have forgotten your Username or password.

If you have forgotten your Michigan Bridges account Username or password, click the “Forgot Username?” or “Forgot Password?” link as shown by the image below and follow the instructions on how to recover them.

If you are having issues getting your Michigan Bridges account unlocked, you can call the MDHHS Customer Customer Call Center at the number below.

MI Bridges Video

The video below, from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, does an excellent job of explaining how you can use MI Brides.

It includes the many functions you need to know about to apply for or manage your benefits online.

Michigan Bridges Phone Number

For further assistance with your Michigan Bridges account, call the MDHHS Customer Call Center at the number below:

1-844-799-9876

Agents are available from 8 am to 5 pm Monday – Friday

Customer service agents can assist you with problems accessing your account, including Username and password issues.

For additional help with your Michigan Bridges account or benefits in general, including SNAP, read our frequently asked questions below.

Michigan Bridges Account FAQs

For additional questions regarding your Michigan Birdges account, read our FAQs.

How can I apply for Food Stamp benefits in Michigan?

There are three ways you can apply for food stamps in Missouri:

Option 1 – Online

You can apply online through the Michigan Bridges online account as shown above.

If you have an account, you can log in or create an account. Click here to be taken to the website.

Option 2 – In-person

You can apply in person at the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) office near you. Click here to locate an MDHHS office.

Option 3 – Download Food Stamps Application

You can download an application, complete it, and mail it to your county MDHHS office or submit it in person.

Am I eligible for Michigan Food Stamps?

To be eligible for Food Stamp benefits in Michigan, you must meet certain eligibility requirements, including an asset and income limit (as described below).

For more on food stamps eligibility requirements and how to determine if you qualify, click here.

How do I check the status of my Application? 

First, the MDHHS will send you a letter in the mail once your application has been approved or denied.

Second, depending on the programs you applied for, you may be required to have an interview with a caseworker.

Next, if your application is approved, you will begin to see information about your benefits in the View Benefits section of your Michigan Bridges account.

If your application is denied, you will receive a letter in the mail with an explanation of why your application was denied.

How do I fix a mistake on my Benefits Application? 

Unfortunately, once an application has been submitted online, it cannot be altered.

If a mistake was made on the application, please inform MDHHS or your caseworker of the mistake during your interview.

Alternatively, you can contact your local MDHHS office.

What is the Income Limit for Michigan Food Stamps?

In order to be approved for SNAP benefits in Michigan, you have to meet the income limits: gross income and net income.

Gross income is your total income, before taxes or any deductions.

Net income is determined by subtracting certain allowable deductions from the gross income.

Below is the Michigan food stamps income limit table.

Household
Size		 130% FPL
Gross Income Limit
100% FPL
Net Income Limit
1 $1,383 $1,064
2 $1,868 $1,437
3 $2,353 $1,810
4 $2,839 $2,184
5 $3,324 $2,557
6 $3,809 $2,930
7 $4,295 $3,304
8 $4,780 $3,677
9 $5,266 $4,051
10 $5,752 $4,425
For each additional
person add:
 $486 $374

Households with members who are elderly or disabled, as well as households that pass the gross income test, must also pass a net test to qualify.

Elderly households are those which contain members age 60 or older.

Disabled members are those who receive disability payments, such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI), veteran’s disability, or Medicaid as a blind or disabled individual.

Can I save my Michigan Bridges application if I’m not complete?

Yes, you can save your food stamps application in your account by clicking the “Save” button. Be sure to save your application tracking number before exiting the online application.

You can return to the application by logging back into your account.

Can I renew my benefits on MI Bridges?

Yes, you can renew your benefits online, including food stamps renewal.

If you are eligible for a renewal, you will see a “Renew Benefits” button on your dashboard when you log in.

Can Michigan Food Stamps be used out of state?

Yes, you can use your Michigan food stamps in other states. There are no rules against using your EBT card outside of Florida.

The Michigan EBT Card will work at any store or ATM that accepts EBT cards in the United States, as well as the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam.

Can I use my Michigan food stamps online?

Yes, you can.

The United States Department of Agriculture, the federal agency that oversees the food stamps program started the Online Purchasing Pilot in January 2017 with select retailers for the initial launch of the EBT Online Purchasing Pilot.

When the USDA initially set up the pilot program, the following states were approved for the program:

In addition, the following grocery retailers were approved to work with the states above to launch the program:

Michigan Was Recently Added to the Pilot Program

In May 2020, Michigan was approved as part of the program.

As a result of this decision, food stamp recipients can purchase food online and pay using their Michigan EBT card for delivery and pick-up.

The program will initially start with Walmart and Amazon.

As confirmed by the tweet below, more stores are being added.

Michigan SNAP recipients can use their EBT card to shop online and purchase food, including at Aldi through Instacart.

How do I check my Michigan EBT Card balance?

You can check the balance on your Michigan EBT Card online, by phone, or in-person. For more help, check out our post here.

When Will my Michigan Food Stamps Be Deposited?

In Michigan, Food Stamp Benefits are deposited into EBT Card accounts from the 3rd to the 21st of every month.

When your payment is deposited depends on the last digit of your ID Number. Here is the schedule:

If your ID Number ends in Benefits are deposited on the
0 3rd of the month
1 5th of the month
2 7th of the month
3 9th of the month
4 11th of the month
5 13th of the month
6 15th of the month
7 17th of the month
8 19th of the month
9 21st of the month

My Michigan Bridges Account Login Summary

We hope this post on Michigan Bridges Account Login was helpful to you. If you have any additional questions about your Michigan Bridges account or food stamp benefits, please leave those in the comments section below.

Also, be sure to check our post on how much food stamps you will get if approved and what you can buy with your EBT Card.