If you want to get a free iphone from the government, you must meet the following eligibility criteria for the lifeline assistance program:
Eligibility Requirements
Income-Based Eligibility:
You can get assistance through the lifeline program, if your household income is at or below 135% the federal poverty guidelines.
Household Size | 48 Contiguous States, D.C., and Territories | Alaska | Hawaii |
---|---|---|---|
1 | $20,331 | $25,394 | $23,369 |
2 | $27,594 | $34,479 | $31,725 |
3 | $34,857 | $43,565 | $40,082 |
4 | $42,120 | $52,650 | $48,438 |
5 | $49,383 | $61,736 | $56,795 |
6 | $56,646 | $70,821 | $65,151 |
7 | $63,909 | $79,907 | $73,508 |
8 | $71,172 | $88,992 | $81,864 |
For each additional person, add: | $7,263 | $9,086 | $8,357 |
Table Credit: Lifeline
You will need to provide proof of income, if you are applying for lifeline assistance.
Program-Based Eligibility:
Federal Assistance Programs
- Medicaid
- Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Federal Public Housing Assistance or Section 8
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Special Supplemental Nutritional Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
Tribal Assistance Programs
If you live on trible lands, then you can get lifeline assistance, if you participate in:
- Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance
- Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
- Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations