Last updated on 1/8/22
If you are trying to log in to your Alabama SNAP Account, we can help. In this article, we will walk you through the steps to successfully complete the MyDHR Alabama Account Login to apply for benefits, review the status of your application, or update your information.
In this post, we will cover:
- MyDHR Alabama Account Information
- MyDHR Alabama Account log in Help
- How to Unlock MyDHR Alabama Online Account
- MyDHR Alabama Phone Number
- FAQs for MyDHR Alabama Account
This guide is for Alabama benefits applicants that have already created an online MyDHR Alabama account. To find out how to login to your MyDHR Alabama account, continue reading below.
MyDHR Alabama Account
The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) is responsible for administering government assistance benefits in Alabama. Currently, the Alabama DHR manages the following benefit programs:
- Food Assistance Program (SNAP)
- The Family Assistance Program
- Medicaid
- Child Care Services & Workforce Development
The state uses the MyDHR Alabama system to manage the benefits program online.
You can use the MyDHR Alabama system to apply or reapply for food stamp benefits and the other benefits programs listed above.
To apply for Alabama food stamp benefits or the other benefits programs online, you must first log in to your account.
For help on how to login to your MyDHR online account, continue reading below.
MyDHR Alabama Account Features
A MyDHR Alabama account allows you to be able to perform the following tasks online:
- Apply For Benefits
- Check the status of your application
- View benefit amounts
- Renew Benefits
- Report A Change
- Find Local Offices
- Receive email notifications about your account
- Manage case alerts
Additional online services may include:
- Upload and send files
- Complete your Re-certification.
- View your benefit history for the past 12 months.
Here’s how to login to your MyDHR Account
MyDHR Alabama Account Login
To login to the MyDHR Alabama online portal, follow the instructions below.
How to Login MyDHR Alabama Online Account
If you are trying to log in to your online account 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 My MyDHR Alabama Website
The first step when logging into your MyDHR Alabama account is to visit the MyDHR Alabama website. The website can be found at mydhr.alabama.gov/.
Once on the site, locate the “Sign in” section of the page. For help, please refer to the screenshot below.
2. Enter your Username & Password
Once on the site, locate the “Sign in” section of the page, enter your Username and Password into the login portal.
For help, refer to the screenshot below with the red arrows.
3. Submit your MyDHR Alabama Login Information
Once you have entered your information, click the “Sign in” button to access your MyDHR Alabama online account.
If you entered the correct information, you will be taken directly to your account.
MyDHR Alabama Account Locked (Unlock your ACCESS Account)
If you are having trouble logging into your MyDHR Alabama 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 MyDHR Alabama account password, click the “Forgot Password?” link as shown by the image below and follow the instructions on how to recover it.
If you are having issues getting your account unlocked, you can call the Alabama DHR Customer Customer Call Center at the number below.
MyDHR Alabama Phone Number
For further assistance with your MyDHR Alabama account, call the Food Assistance Division’s Food Assistance Program at (334) 242-1700.
For additional help with your MyDHR Alabama account or benefits in general, including SNAP, read our frequently asked questions below.
MyDHR Alabama Account FAQs
For additional questions regarding your MyDHR Alabama account, read our FAQs.
How can I apply for Food Stamp benefits in Alabama?
There are three ways you can apply for food stamps in Alabama:
Option 1 – Online
You can apply online through the MyDHR Alabama account.
If you have an account, you can log in or create your MyDHR Alabama Account. Click here to be taken to the website.
Option 2 – In-person
You can apply in person at the Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) office near you.
Click here to locate a DHR office.
Option 3 – Download Food Stamps Application
You can download an application, complete it, and mail it to your county DHR office or submit it in person.
Am I eligible for Alabama Food Stamps?
To be eligible for Food Stamp benefits in Alabama, you must meet certain eligibility requirements, including an asset and income limit (as described below).
Furthermore, we have described in detail everything you need to know in this post about Alabama food stamps eligibility.
For more on food stamps eligibility requirements and how to determine if you qualify, click here.
What is the Income Limit for Alabama Food Stamps?
In order to be approved for SNAP benefits in Alabama, 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.
See the table below for both the net and gross income limits according to household size.
| Alabama SNAP Income Eligibility Standards for Fiscal Year 2022 | ||
| Effective October 1, 2021 – September 30, 2022 | ||
| Household Size | Maximum Gross Monthly Income | Maximum Net Monthly Income |
| 1 | $1,396 | $1,074 |
| 2 | $1,888 | $1,452 |
| 3 | $2,379 | $1,830 |
| 4 | $2,871 | $2,209 |
| 5 | $3,363 | $2,587 |
| 6 | $3,855 | $2,965 |
| 7 | $4,347 | $3,344 |
| 8 | $4,839 | $3,722 |
| 9 | $5,331 | $4,101 |
| 10 | $5,823 | $4,480 |
| Each additional member | +$492 | +$379 |
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 Alabama Access 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.
What do I need to bring to the interview?
When you apply for food stamps in Alabama, you will be required to participate in an interview with a caseworker.
When your interview is scheduled, your caseworker will inform you of the documents you need to bring.
Examples of information that may be required at the interview include:
- Proof of income
- Current proof of rent or mortgage expenses
- Proof of child care expenses
- Social security numbers for everyone in the household
- Proof of obligated child support payments paid to someone outside the household
How long does it take for Food Stamps applications to be approved?
The county department has up to 30 days from the date you turn in your application to notify you of a decision about your eligibility for SNAP benefits.
However, if you have little or no income and resources, you may be entitled to expedited service.
If your application is eligible for expedited processing, a decision will be made in 7 days from the date you turn in your application.
You will be told when a decision will be made on your application when you are interviewed.
Can Alabama Food Stamps be used out of state?
Yes, you can use your Alabama food stamps in other states. There are no rules against using your EBT card outside of Alabama.
The Alabama 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 Alabama 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:
- New York
- New Jersey
- Alabama
- Iowa
- Oregon
- Washington
- Nebraska
- Maryland
In addition, the following grocery retailers were approved to work with the states above to launch the program:
- Amazon
- FreshDirect
- Safeway
- ShopRite
- Hy-Vee, Inc.
- Hart’s Local Grocers
- Dash’s Market
Alabama Was Recently Added to the Pilot Program
In April 2020, Alabama was approved as part of the program.
As confirmed by the tweet below, this is a major win for Alabama SNAP recipients, especially in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Only six states allow online purchases with benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly known as food stamps. #Alabama is one of them. https://t.co/KqUran8fdd #SNAP #fighthunger #fightCOVID #stayhomestaysafe pic.twitter.com/nQvFKTYegu
— Alabama Food Bank Association (@AlaFoodBankAssn) April 8, 2020
As a result of this decision, food stamp recipients can purchase food online and pay using their Alabama EBT card for delivery and pick-up.
The program will initially start with Walmart and Amazon.
Alabama SNAP EBT Online at ALDI with Instacart
Furthermore, ALDI and Instacart have expanded their EBT payments in online grocery orders to nearly 1,000 stores.
The expansion includes ALDI stores in the state of Alabama.
This means that Alabama SNAP EBT cardholders can use their EBT cards to shop online at ALDI through Instacart.
How do I check my Alabama EBT Card balance?
You can check the balance on your Alabama EBT Card online, by phone, or in-person. For more help, check out our post here.
When Will my Alabama Food Stamps Be Deposited?
Food Stamps Benefits in Alabama are deposited on EBT Cards from the 4th of the month to the 23rd of every month.
However, when your payment is made depends on the last two digits of your case number.
Here is the schedule of payment based on the last two digits of your case number:
| If your Case Number ends in | Benefits are deposited on the |
| 00-04 | 4th of the month |
| 05-09 | 5th of the month |
| 10-14 | 6th of the month |
| 15-19 | 7th of the month |
| 20-24 | 8th of the month |
| 25-29 | 9th of the month |
| 30-34 | 10th of the month |
| 35-39 | 11th of the month |
| 40-44 | 12th of the month |
| 45-49 | 13th of the month |
| 50-54 | 14th of the month |
| 55-59 | 15th of the month |
| 60-64 | 16th of the month |
| 65-69 | 17th of the month |
| 70-74 | 18th of the month |
| 75-79 | 19th of the month |
| 80-84 | 20th of the month |
| 85-89 | 21st of the month |
| 90-94 | 22nd of the month |
| 95-99 | 23rd of the month |
MyDHR Alabama Account Login Summary
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Also, if you have additional questions about the Alabama EBT for food stamps, please leave those in the comments section below. We are here to help you!
Lastly, be sure to check out our other articles about Alabama SNAP & EBT, including:
How to Check the Balance on Alabama EBT Card
What you can buy with EBT Card
How to Check the Balance on Alabama EBT Card
Alabama EBT Card Guide
Income Limits for SNAP in Alabama
