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Free Government Phone Service Alabama

Free Wireless Service for Qualifying Alabama Residents

Free Lifeline Service

Alabama residents in major cities like Birmingham, Montgomery, Mobile, and Huntsville can benefit from the free government phone program through Lifeline. This essential service helps low-income individuals stay connected for job opportunities, healthcare appointments, and emergency services across the state. Qualifying residents can access reliable communication for work applications, telehealth services, and staying in touch with family. Cliq Mobile offers comprehensive coverage throughout Alabama, ensuring that whether you're in urban centers or rural communities, your free government phone will maintain service. Lifeline assistance makes modern connectivity affordable for eligible Alabamians who need reliable phone service for daily necessities.

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794,326

Over 794,326 households in Alabama qualify for discounted or free Lifeline service.

97%

Our network covers 97% of the State of Alabama, ensuring reliable connectivity in both rural and urban areas.

$111

Eligible families can save up to $111 every year in Alabama with Cliq Mobile.

How to Qualify for Lifeline

Lifeline Eligibility & Requirements in Alabama

Households in Alabama can qualify for the Alabama Lifeline program by meeting specific income limits or participating in a recognized government assistance program. In either situation, you may need to provide documentation and sign the required application to confirm your eligibility. Below is a concise overview of the income requirements and qualifying programs for Alabama Lifeline, ensuring you stay connected at an affordable rate.

Program Based Eligibility in Alabama

If you or any member of your household is enrolled in one or more of the following government assistance programs, you may qualify for Alabama Lifeline benefits:

Program-Based Qualification Method:

You can qualify for Alabama Lifeline if you or another person in your household is enrolled in any one of these qualifying public assistance programs:

Medicaid
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Federal Public Housing Assistance or Section 8
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit Programs

Tribal Lands Qualification:

If you live on Tribal lands in Alabama, you may also qualify through:

Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance
Head Start (only households meeting the income qualifying standard)
Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (Tribal TANF)
Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations

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Income Based Eligibility in Alabama

Your household may qualify for the Alabama Free Government Phone program if its annual income falls within the limits below.

Learn More About Income Based Eligibility

ACP UPdate

📣 2025 Update - Alabama Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) has provided essential phone and internet service discounts to millions of households across the Country, including many in Alabama. Due to recent funding changes, the ACP program is currently paused, and many in AL are asking: “Is ACP ending?” or “When will ACP funding resume?”. The reality is- we don't know (yet).

At Cliq Mobile, we’re actively monitoring ACP updates from the government and the FCC, along with the AL State Government. While ACP funding and benefits are temporarily on hold, experts believe there’s a strong possibility the ACP program may return. Make sure to join our mailing list to be among the first to find out, so that you'll be first in line if/when the program does return.

What ACP Offered (And Could Offer Again):

✅ Monthly discounts on phone and internet bills.

✅ Free or discounted smartphones.

✅ Easy application and qualification based on income or participation in assistance programs.