Quick eligibility checker
Qualifying programs
- SNAP (food stamps / EBT)
- Medicaid
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Federal Public Housing Assistance (Section 8)
- Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit
- Tribal programs such as Bureau of Indian Affairs general assistance or Tribal TANF
- Income at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines
Specific guides: SNAP / EBT, Medicaid, seniors, students.
Income-based eligibility
If you do not receive a qualifying benefit, you may still qualify when your household income is at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. The limit rises with household size and is higher in Alaska and Hawaii. The National Verifier uses current guidelines when it checks your application.
What you need to apply
Be ready with a government-issued ID and proof of your program or income. Our documents guide lists accepted proofs. You also certify that only one Lifeline benefit is used in your household.
