Rhode Island Residency

Information may be received that a household is accessing or has accessed benefits in another state. If this happens, the system will send out a request for documentation to confirm you still reside in Rhode Island.

Documents to prove your residency:

• Rent Receipt
• Letter from Landlord
• Lease
• Mortgage Papers
• Rhode Island Driver’s License (valid)
• Other ID Which Provides a Name and Address
• Utility Bill
• Property Tax Bill
• Home Insurance Bill
• Letter from Person Whom Applicant Pays Room and Board
• Mortgage Books/Records
• Sewer and Water Bills
• Non-Heating Utility Bills
• Telephone Bills