Service Providers

Making connectivity accessible and affordable for everyone in the U.S. by contributing to and participating in the Universal Service Fund

or create an account to get started.

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.

Upcoming Dates

2020 FCC Form 499-A Deadline

FCC Form 499-A due on
April 1, 2020
at 11:59:59 PM EDT

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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.

Get Funding

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

E-rate

Connect schools and libraries to affordable broadband service.

Rural Health Care

Connect rural health care clinics to affordable broadband services.

Lifeline

Help individuals and families in need obtain affordable voice and broadband services.

High Cost

Build network infrastructure in remote and underserved areas.

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:

Rural Health Care