Monthly discount ($9.25) on phone or internet service for qualifying low-income consumers.
Lifeline gives qualifying Washington households a $9.25/month discount on phone or internet service. You qualify automatically if you receive SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, Section 8, or Veterans Pension — or if your income is at or below 135% of the federal poverty line. Only one Lifeline benefit per household.
Income at or below 135% FPL OR participation in qualifying program.
Most Washington Lifeline Phone & Internet applications are processed within 30 days. Expedited cases (no income, very low resources) are typically processed within 7 days.
Yes — Washington has an online application portal listed at the official link below. You can also apply by phone, by mail, or in person at your local benefits office.
Most applications require a photo ID, Social Security numbers for everyone in your household, proof of income (pay stubs or benefit letters), and proof of address. See the full list below — having these ready cuts processing time in half.
No. Federal benefit programs like SNAP, WIC, Medicaid for kids and pregnant women, and emergency Medicaid do not count under the public charge rule. Always verify with an immigration attorney if you have specific concerns about your situation.
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