Tribal Lifeline: Up to $34.25 a Month
Residents of federally recognized Tribal lands can get enhanced Lifeline support of up to $34.25 a month, compared with $9.25 for standard Lifeline, plus Link Up, a one-time discount of up to $100 on connection charges. You qualify through any standard Lifeline program or through Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance, Tribal TANF, FDPIR or Tribal Head Start (income-based).
Monthly Lifeline benefit (2026)
Maximum federal support per household
Source: FCC / USAC. Some states add extra state Lifeline support.
Tribal qualifying programs
- Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance
- Tribally Administered TANF
- Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)
- Tribal Head Start (income-qualifying)
- Plus SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, FPHA, Veterans Pension, or income
Tribal Lifeline questions
What is Link Up?
Link Up is a one-time discount of up to $100 on the initial connection charge for Lifeline-eligible residents of Tribal lands.
How do I prove I live on Tribal lands?
Your service address is checked against FCC Tribal land maps during the application. You'll self-certify that you live on Tribal lands.
Can I qualify through SNAP on Tribal lands?
Yes. Residents of Tribal lands can qualify through any standard Lifeline program or the Tribal-specific programs.
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