Service Providers
Making connectivity accessible and affordable for everyone in the U.S. by contributing to and participating in the Universal Service Fund
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Contributing to the USF
All telecommunications providers must file with USAC every year. This determines if they must contribute to the Universal Service Fund (USF) and how much the contribution will be.
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Universal service programs build out the country’s network infrastructure and serve our schools, libraries, rural healthcare clinics, and families in need. Set Up an Account
Participation by Program
Service providers make universal service possible by participating in one or more USF programs. Explore participation by selecting from the options below:
*This information is based on 2017-2018 Universal Service Fund data.
Announcements
Service Provider Payment System Unavailable February 4, 2023
Feb 1, 2023
Service providers will not be able to make payments using E-File on Saturday, February 4, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. ET due to maintenance on the Pay.gov system. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Read MoreWebinar Training for the 2023 Annual Form (FCC Form 499-A) Posted
Jan 20, 2023
FCC rules require all telecommunications service providers to file the FCC Form 499-A to report historical revenue...
Read MoreService Provider Payment System Unavailable January 7, 2023
Jan 4, 2023
Service providers will not be able to make payments using E-File on Saturday, January 7, 2023 from...
Read MoreUSAC Customer Service Centers (CSC) Closed – Christmas Holiday
Dec 23, 2022
In observance of the Christmas holiday, the USAC Customer Service Centers will be closed on Sunday, December 25...
Read MoreFCC Announces 1Q 2023 Contribution Factor is 32.6%
Dec 13, 2022
The FCC released a Public Notice, DA 22-1286, announcing that the proposed universal service contribution factor for...
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