CalFresh EBT card cash withdrawals - which banks don't charge fees?

You can withdraw cash for free from any Bank of America ATM if you have CalFresh with cash benefits. They have a contract with the state to provide fee-free service for EBT cards. If you were charged $3, there's definitely something wrong - maybe you used a different type of card or it was a non-B of A ATM? I've been using my EBT at BofA for years without any fees.

BoA is supposed 2 be free but some of the ATMs in stores r actually owned by other companies even if they say BoA on them!!! its super confusing. I only use the ones INSIDE the actual bank building now cause i got charged twice before figuring this out. so annoying right?

Here's the correct information about EBT cash withdrawals in California: 1. Bank of America ATMs: Free for EBT cash withdrawals (must be actual BofA ATMs, not just ones with their logo) 2. CalFresh/EBT partnered retailers: Many grocery stores allow cash back with purchase with no fee 3. Chase and Wells Fargo: Some branches have agreements but policies vary by location The best option is using the BenefitsCal.com website or EBT app to find surcharge-free ATMs near you. They have a specific ATM locator feature that shows which ones won't charge fees for EBT cards. Another tip: if you have CalWORKs with your CalFresh, you can get 4 free ATM withdrawals per month at any ATM (even non-partner ones), but after that, fees will apply.

when i was on calfresh last year i just used the walmart atm. no fees there and u can shop right after lol

The EBT system is DELIBERATELY CONFUSING to discourage people from accessing their full benefits! I've been fighting with this system for years. Even the "free" ATMs sometimes have hidden fees that don't show up until later. And good luck getting anyone at the county to help - they'll transfer you around for HOURS. If you go to a physical Bank of America branch during business hours, they legally CANNOT charge you for accessing your EBT cash benefits. That's the ONLY guaranteed way to avoid fees. Don't trust ATMs, even the ones supposedly in the network.

Has anyone tried calling the EBT customer service to get those fees refunded? I had this happen once where I got charged at what was supposed to be a free ATM and when I called they actually gave me the money back after I explained what happened. The number is on the back of your card.

theres a free app called CalEBT that shows all the places u can use ur card without fees!! its from the official ebt people. i use it all the time

Just to add some clarification on EBT cash withdrawals since there's some confusion in this thread: 1. CalFresh-only recipients don't have cash withdrawal capabilities - this is only for people who also receive CalWORKs or other cash benefits 2. The Bank of America contract guarantees fee-free withdrawals at their ATMs, but you must verify it's an actual BofA ATM, not a third-party one with their branding 3. Your first four withdrawals each month are free at ANY ATM (even non-partner ones), but you will still be subject to the ATM owner's surcharge 4. For the most accurate ATM locator, download the official ConnectEBT mobile app from the app store, not the website versions which can be outdated Hope this helps clear things up!

wait u can get CASH from calfresh?? i thought it was just for food???