| Get EBT Equipment
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Free government-supplied POS devices - Markets that conduct $100 or more in SNAP business per month are eligible for a free POS device for EBT transactions only. The market must have a central location with electricity and a phone line to be able to utilize the free equipment.
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Wireless POS devices - A market can choose to purchase or lease a commercial wireless POS device that also accepts debit and credit cards and can be used at multiple locations operated by the same farmers' market organization. However, in most States, the market will need to obtain these devices through an independent Third Party Processor and will be responsible for all service/lease, card provider, and transaction fees.
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| Manual Vouchers - This process can be used when the market is unable to have a POS device on site. It requires a phone to check if funds are available in the customer's EBT account and to place a hold on the purchase amount. The market must then mail the signed vouchers to the State's EBT processor by the deadline and will get paid by direct deposit. If the market is eligible for a free POS device, the market can keep the device at an off-site location and clear all the manual vouchers through the device at the end of the day instead of mailing them. |
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