How to apply for California LifeLine

Who it's for

California LifeLine provides a state-funded discount of up to $19/month on a single home phone or wireless service line, stacking on top of the federal Lifeline benefit. There are two eligibility paths: an income-based path (household income at or below the published annual limit, which varies by household size) and a program-based path (current participation in Medi-Cal, CalFresh, SSI, LIHEAP, federal Lifeline, Section 8, WIC, NSL, TANF, several Tribal programs, or the Veterans/Survivors Pension Benefit). Either path qualifies the household — they don't both have to be met.

What you'll need

• Photo ID for the applicant
• Proof of income (Social Security award letter, pay stubs, pension statements) OR proof of current participation in a qualifying assistance program
• Proof of California residency

Where to apply

Renewals

annual