Colorado

Replacement of Stolen Benefits

Contact your state agency to report stolen SNAP benefits.

Households have 60 calendar days after the state has started their plan (July 3, 2023) to submit a retroactive claim. Submit regular claims within 30 days of discovering theft. Report theft by phone or in-person at local offices. Submit claims by mail, email, phone or in-person at local offices. The state has 20 business days (10 days for county and 10 days for state) to validate the claim.

Benefit Availability: Benefits for approved claims are issued within 10 business days after claim approval. You must replace your card.