Get Lifeline Phone Service If You Qualify
Government-supported phone service for eligible low-income households.
Eligibility verification required. Benefits are not guaranteed.
Lifeline Program
Secure Eligibility Verification
One Benefit Per Household
How It Works
Answer a Few Quick Questions
Provide basic information to check eligibility.
Verify Eligibility
We confirm qualification using approved Lifeline standards.
Get Connected
If eligible, enroll in phone service options available in your area.
Who May Qualify
You may qualify for Lifeline phone service if you participate in one of the programs below:
- SNAP (Food Stamps)
- Medicaid
- SSI (Supplemental Security Income)
- SSDI (Disability Benefits)
- Federal Public Housing Assistance
- Other Federal or State Support Programs
You may also qualify if your household income is at or below 135% of the federal poverty guidelines.
Why Lifeline Matters
The Lifeline program helps make phone service and connectivity affordable for households that meet income or program requirements. This benefit is supported by the federal government and available only to qualifying families.
Eligibility Requirements
You must either:
A. Participate in a qualifying assistance program
OR
B. Have household income at or below 135% of the federal poverty guidelines
When you apply, we will verify eligibility securely.
What You Get If Approved
Once we confirm eligibility, you may receive support for:
• Discounted or no-cost phone service
• A cell phone or service plan depending on available offers
• Help staying connected with family, work, and emergency services
Benefits and available offers vary by provider and location.
Check Your Lifeline Eligibility in Minutes
Eligibility verification is required. Benefits are not guaranteed.
