South Carolina
Replacement of Stolen Benefits
Contact your state agency to report stolen SNAP benefits.
Households who previously reported theft will receive a mailed claim form and have 10 calendar days after receipt to submit a retroactive claim. Households who have not previously reported theft have 30 calendar days after the state has started their plan (June 21, 2023) to report theft and 10 calendar days after report to submit a retroactive claim form. Report theft within 30 calendar days of discovering and submit regular claim form within 10 calendar days after report. Report theft by phone, mail, or in-person at local offices. Submit claims by mail or in-person at local offices. The state has 60 calendar days after date of initial report to validate the claim.
Benefit Availability: Benefits for approved claims are issued within 60 calendar days after initial report. You must replace your card.