Recertify Lifeline once a year by answering your provider's notice and confirming that you still qualify. If you do not respond by the deadline, your service can be deactivated, so reply to calls, texts and mail early.
Federal rules require every Lifeline subscriber to confirm eligibility annually. Skipping it ends your benefit.
Call 1-800-463-4699. You may be able to re-enroll. See eligibility for documents.
Review the Lifeline rules and FAQ.
Your provider notifies you. Ask enrollment for your date.
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