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Discount on your phone or internet service

Lifeline | Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

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How it Works

Lifeline is a federal program that provides up to $9.25 monthly off phone or internet service.

  • To get the Lifeline discount:
  • Your Lifeline eligibility will be checked automatically every year after you enroll.
  • Each household can receive one Lifeline discount for either internet or phone service, depending on what your service provider offers.

Determine your eligibility

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

  1. Does someone in your household receive:
  2. Does your household income meet these requirements?
Household size Maximum yearly income
1 $21,128
2 $28,553
3 $35,978
4 $43,403
5 $50,828
6 $58,253
7 $65,678
8 $73,103
For each additional person: +$7,425

How to apply

Apply by phone

Ask your phone or internet company if they offer Lifeline or contact a company in your area that offers Lifeline.


More information

Visit the Lifeline website

lifelinesupport.org

Email Lifeline

Email [email protected] for questions about your application or to have an application mailed to you.

Call Lifeline

Call 800-234-9473 for questions about your application or to have an application mailed to you.


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Last Updated May 29, 2025

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