Guide to the Assurance Wireless Program: Eligibility and Application Process

The Assurance Wireless program, managed by Virgin Mobile and funded by the Federal Universal Service Fund, offers free cell service to qualifying individuals.

Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, applicants must be enrolled in public assistance programs or demonstrate household income within certain limits. Each eligible household can only have one account under this program.

Application Process
Applications can be submitted online via the official website, where the form can be downloaded based on your location. The form includes questions about personal details, income verification, and program participation.

Applicants need to provide personal information such as:
- Full name, Date and Place of Birth
- Last four digits of Social Security Number
- Contact details including phone numbers and email
- Current and permanent addresses
- Income proof and participation in government assistance programs
- List of applicable programs (e.g., Medicaid, SNAP, SSI)
Applicants must also submit proof of annual income, as required by the program.
Note: Assistance benefits are only available per household.

The application must be signed and include a valid ID. The qualification process varies slightly by state but generally depends on participation in specific public assistance programs or income levels. Qualifying programs include SNAP, Medicaid (not Medicare), SSI, among others listed on the official website.
Additional documents include recent statements for Social Security, veteran benefits, employment income, retirement, unemployment benefits, and possibly child support or custody documentation.