SNAP is available only to U.S. citizens and limited categories of lawfully residing immigrants. Undocumented immigrants and people in the United States on temporary visas are not eligible for SNAP, for themselves.

Does food stamps affect immigration status?

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) states that receiving: The Supplemental Nutrition Program (formerly known as food stamps) or other food assistance and health care benefits, including Medicaid, will not affect your immigration case.

Can undocumented immigrants get food stamps in New York?

Undocumented immigrants cannot get most state and federal public benefits, but these benefits are still available to their citizen children. For example, if you are an undocumented immigrant, you are not eligible for Food Stamps, but you can apply for Food Stamps for your citizen children.