Who can apply
Participants include pregnant or recently postpartum people, breastfeeding participants, infants and children under five. Household income and clinic assessment matter; U.S. citizenship is not required.
What help is available
The clinic assigns food benefits and nutrition services. Caregivers can enroll eligible young children.
Documents to prepare
- Ask the clinic which identity, address and income records to bring.
- Child or pregnancy details for certification.
How to get started
Find a clinic
Use Apply for WIC or call 800-841-1410.
Book certification
Call the clinic and confirm remote or in-person options.
Complete assessment
Staff review eligibility and explain benefits.
After applying
Attend follow-up appointments. A change in another benefit program does not automatically end WIC.
Website screenshots
These images show the pages captured in August 2026. Website screens and rules may have changed.
Common questions
Can a grandparent enroll a child?
Caregivers may enroll eligible children under five.
Is citizenship required?
Washington DOH says U.S. citizenship is not required.
Do I need a clinic appointment?
Yes. Arrange certification with the clinic.
Does loss of SNAP automatically end WIC?
No. WIC has separate eligibility rules.
Sources and review
Content checked October 1, 2026 using DOH WIC intake; WIC eligibility. Current eligibility and the final decision remain with the program.
Historical screenshots: source reference.