Official Checklist

Required Documents for Free Tablet Approval

To get approved, you must prove your identity and eligibility. Use this guide to gather the right documents before you apply.

Why Documentation Matters

The National Verifier (USAC) requires proof that you are who you say you are and that you qualify for the program. Submitting clear, valid copies of these documents helps you avoid rejection and delays.

1. Proof of Identity

You must provide ONE unexpired official ID:

Driver's License (U.S.)
Passport or Passport Card
State ID Card
Tribal ID Document
U.S. Military ID

2. Proof of Address

If your ID doesn't show your current address:

Utility Bill (Water, Gas, Electric)
Lease or Mortgage Statement
Current Driver's License
Medicaid/SNAP Benefit Letter
Tax Return (W-2 or 1040)

3. Proof of Eligibility

You only need to prove eligibility through ONE method: Program Verification OR Income Verification. Do not send both unless asked.

Option A

Program Participation

Submit a benefit award letter or statement from the current year for:

SNAP (Food Stamps) Approval Letter
Medicaid ID Card or Letter
SSI Award Letter
Federal Public Housing Assistance Lease
Veterans Pension Benefit Statement
WIC Benefit Verification

Tip: The document must show your name, program name, and effective date.

Option B

Low Income Proof

If you don't use a program, prove your annual income is under 135% of guidelines:

Prior Year’s State or Federal Tax Return
Current Pay Stubs (3 consecutive months)
Unemployment/Workers' Comp Statement
Social Security Statement of Benefits
Divorce Decree or Child Support Award

Tip: Pay stubs must cover three consecutive months to be valid.

Quick Reference Checklist

Document Type	Accepted Examples	Key Requirement
Personal ID	Driver's License, Passport, State ID	Not expired, clear photo
Address Proof	Utility Bill, Lease, Mortgage	Must be recent (within 3 months)
Social Security	SSN Card (or enter last 4 digits)	Matches application name exactly
Benefit Proof	Award Letter (SNAP, SSI, etc.)	Current year, shows name/program

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Fraud Prevention & Security

Never submit fake or altered documents. The National Verifier system uses automated databases to check your information. Submitting false documents constitutes fraud and can lead to a permanent ban from government assistance programs.

Only apply through official providers or the National Verifier website. legitimate programs will NEVER ask for payment to "reserve" a free tablet.

Have Your Documents Ready?

Once you have your documents gathered, you are ready to start the application process.

Go to Application Steps →