Wondering if you qualify for a free government phone or discounted internet service? If you’re enrolled in a government assistance program like Medicaid, SNAP, or SSI — or if your income is below a certain level — you may be eligible for free wireless service through the Lifeline or ACP program* . Below is a list of programs that qualify you instantly.
*ACP is currently paused due to lack of government funding.. Click here to join the ACP waitlist so that you're first in line to receive benefits if/when it returns
You may qualify for free government phone service if you participate in any of these government programs:
Even if you don’t participate in any government programs, you can still qualify for free government phone service based on your household income. Lifeline eligibility extends to households whose total income is at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
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The best program depends on your needs, but Lifeline and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) are the most widely accepted and federally funded options. Providers like Cliq Mobile make it easy to qualify and offer generous talk, text, and data plans.
You may qualify for a free government phone if you participate in programs like Medicaid, SNAP, SSI, or live in a low-income household. See our full list of qualifying programs or check eligibility by income.
If you’re enrolled in Medicaid or SNAP, you automatically qualify. Simply fill out our online application, and provide proof of your benefits.
You’ll need a document showing current participation in a qualifying program (like a SNAP card or Medicaid letter), or proof of income such as a tax return or three consecutive pay stubs.