You are entitled to use your SNAP benefits in all 50 states. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a federal program that is "interoperable" between states. This means that if you use your Illinois EBT card in another state where they accept it, you will be able to receive your benefits. However, not all states may offer the same level of assistance. Some states may have their own food stamp programs or may have more restrictive eligibility requirements than SNAP. If this is the case, you might not be able to use your EBT card in those states. For example, some states require you to live in their territory with an expected duration of stay of at least one year to be eligible for SNAP benefits. You would need to check the requirements for SNAP participation in each state you intend to visit. In addition, some states may restrict how you can spend your benefits. For example, some states may prohibit purchases using gift cards because these cards can be worth money and may affect your ability to afford essential items. It is important to check with individual states as to what restrictions might apply to you if you use your EBT card there. Finally, some states may charge fees when you use your EBT card there. These could include activity fees or monthly usage fees.