Discount on your phone or internet service

Lifeline | Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Short Summary

A monthly discount up to $9.25 on phone or internet service for eligible households.

Who it may help

You're eligible for Lifeline if you answer yes to either question:

  1. Does someone in your household receive:
    • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
    • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
    • Medicaid
    • Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA)
    • Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit
  2. Does your household income meet these requirements?
  • If your household size is 1, your yearly income must be at or below $21,128.
  • If your household size is 2, your yearly income must be at or below $28,553.
  • If your household size is 3, your yearly income must be at or below $35,978.
  • If your household size is 4, your yearly income must be at or below $43,403.
  • If your household size is 5, your yearly income must be at or below $50,828.
  • If your household size is 6, your yearly income must be at or below $58,253.
  • If your household size is 7, your yearly income must be at or below $65,678.
  • If your household size is 8, your yearly income must be at or below $73,103.
  • For each additional person:, add +$7,425 to the limit.

What you may need

You will need a social security number (SSN) to apply.

You will also need to give proof of income or proof of program participation.

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