Can You Use WIC Online? What to Know About Online Grocery Shopping

Yes, you may be able to use WIC online, but it depends on where you live. New federal rules will make it easier for states to offer online WIC shopping, but availability will vary by state and grocery store.

The USDA’s final rule takes effect December 7, 2026. It allows states to modernize WIC and offer online transactions, but states are not required to participate.

Can You Order Groceries Online With WIC?

Some WIC participants can already order groceries online through approved retailers and state programs. The new rules will make it easier for more states to offer this option over time. 

If online WIC shopping is available in your area, you may be able to:

• Browse WIC-approved foods on a grocery store’s website or app

• Add eligible items to your cart

• Pay with your eWIC card

• Schedule pickup or delivery, if the store offers it

Make sure you are ordering from a grocery store approved to accept WIC online.

How Online WIC Shopping Works

Online WIC shopping works similarly to shopping online with EBT. You select eligible WIC foods, pay with your eWIC card, and choose delivery or pickup if available. 2234

WIC benefits can help families buy foods such as:

• Fruits and vegetables

• Milk, cheese, and eggs

• Whole-grain bread and cereal

• Beans and peanut butter

• Baby food and formula, when eligible

The exact foods and brands approved for WIC vary by state. 

Do Grocery Delivery Apps Accept WIC?

Some grocery delivery platforms are working to support online WIC payments. In November 2026, Instacart announced plans to offer online WIC payments by the end of 2027.

As more retailers and delivery platforms add the option, WIC participants may have more ways to order eligible groceries online.

When Will Online WIC Shopping Be Available?

There is no single nationwide date for online WIC shopping. The new rules take effect December 7, 2026, but each state can decide whether and when to offer the service.

States and participating grocery stores will need time to set up the system. That means availability will vary by location.

How to Check Your State

To find out whether online WIC shopping is available where you live, contact your state WIC agency. You can also ask your local WIC office whether online ordering, curbside pickup, or delivery is available through participating stores.

WIC is available in all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and several U.S. territories. The program supports pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding parents, as well as caregivers of children under age 5. 

What to Do Now

Check with your state WIC agency before assuming online shopping is available. If it is not available yet, ask whether local stores offer WIC-approved curbside pickup or other shopping options.

You can learn more about WIC benefits, eligibility, and approved foods through Propel’s WIC guide or the USDA WIC program.