Lifeline
How the federal Lifeline benefit works with Thrive Mobile, eligibility, and applying.
About Thrive Mobile and Lifeline
What the federal Lifeline benefit is, who qualifies, and how it makes the Thrive Mobile Essential plan free.
Apply for Lifeline through the National Verifier
Step-by-step walkthrough for applying for the federal Lifeline benefit online at checklifeline.org.
Request a paper Lifeline application
Prefer mail over the online form? Here's how to have USAC send you a paper Lifeline application.
If you're found not eligible
Three common reasons enrollment can fail — ZIP not in service area, name mismatch, or already enrolled — and what to do next.
How to apply for Thrive Mobile service
How to sign up for Thrive Mobile online, what details you'll need, and where to get help while you apply.
My Lifeline application is pending or denied
How to check your federal Lifeline application status and what to do if it's pending or denied.