How To Reset WIC Pin

To reset your WIC PIN, you can either call the WIC Help Line or visit your local WIC office. The WIC Help Line number is 1-800-356-6274. When you call, you will need to provide your name, WIC ID number, and date of birth. A customer service representative will then help you reset your PIN. If you choose to visit your local WIC office, you will need to bring your WIC card with you. A WIC staff member will then help you reset your PIN.

Forgotten WIC PIN Recovery Steps

If you have forgotten your WIC PIN, you can easily recover it by following these steps:

Visit the WIC website at https://www.fns.usda.gov/wic.
Click on the “Forgot your PIN?” link.
Enter your WIC EBT card number.
Enter the last four digits of your Social Security number.
Click on the “Submit” button.

Your PIN will be sent to the email address associated with your WIC account.

If you do not have access to the email address associated with your WIC account, you can contact your local WIC agency for assistance.

WIC PIN Recovery Contact Information
State	Phone Number	Website
California	1-800-822-9632	https://www.wicworks.ca.gov/
Texas	1-800-942-3678	https://www.dshs.texas.gov/wic/
New York	1-800-522-5006	https://www.health.ny.gov/wic/

WIC PIN Reset Methods

As a WIC participant, your personal identification number (PIN) is essential for accessing WIC benefits. If you forget or lose your PIN, you can reset it using two convenient methods: online or by phone.

Online Reset

Visit the WIC website of your state or county.
Locate the “Reset PIN” option.
Enter your WIC ID or other required information.
Follow the instructions to reset your PIN.

Phone Reset

Call the WIC office in your area.
Provide your WIC ID and other necessary information.
Confirm your identity by answering security questions.
Reset your PIN over the phone.

Comparison of Methods

Method	Advantages	Disadvantages
Online	Convenient Can be done anytime, anywhere	Requires internet access May require you to create an account
Phone	Can be done without internet access Direct assistance from WIC staff	May take longer than online reset May require waiting on hold

Important Phone Numbers for WIC PIN Resets

Forgot your WIC PIN? No worries! Here are the phone numbers you need to contact for a reset:

1-800-356-3942 (USDA WIC Helpline)
Your local WIC office

When calling, be prepared to provide the following information:

Your WIC ID number
Your name and date of birth
The last four digits of your Social Security number

Step-by-Step PIN Reset Instructions

Call one of the phone numbers listed above.
Provide the required information to the representative.
You will be asked to create a new PIN.
Write down your new PIN and keep it in a safe place.

Protecting Your PIN

* Never share your PIN with anyone, not even your family or friends.
* Choose a PIN that is difficult to guess, such as a random number or a combination of letters and numbers.
* Do not write down your PIN on your WIC card or other easily accessible places.
* If you suspect that your PIN has been compromised, report it to your local WIC office immediately.

Eligibility Verification for WIC PIN Reset

To reset your WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) PIN, you must verify your eligibility. This can be done by providing the following information:

Your WIC ID number
Your date of birth
The last four digits of your Social Security number
Your current address
Your phone number

Once you have provided this information, you will be asked to create a new PIN. Your new PIN will be used to access your WIC benefits.

It is important to note that you must be eligible for WIC benefits in order to reset your PIN. If you are not sure if you are eligible, you can contact your local WIC office for more information.

Requirement	Description
WIC ID number	This is a unique identifier assigned to you when you first enrolled in WIC.
Date of birth	This is the date you were born.
Last four digits of Social Security number	This is the last four digits of your Social Security number.
Current address	This is the address where you currently live.
Phone number	This is the phone number where you can be reached.

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