Eligibility for free government phone service
How to Qualify for Free Government Phone Service
Wondering if you’re eligible for a free government phone? If you receive assistance from programs like Medicaid, SNAP, or SSI, you may qualify for a free smartphone and wireless service through the Lifeline program. FreeTalk Wireless makes the application fast, simple, and hassle-free.
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Qualify Based on Your Government Program
You may be eligible for a free government phone or discounted internet if you participate in any of the following programs:
| Program | How It Qualifies You |
|---|---|
| SNAP (Food Stamps) | Automatically qualifies you for a free phone or discounted internet through Lifeline. |
| Medicaid | Recipients are eligible for free or discounted wireless service. |
| Medi-Cal | California residents on Medi-Cal can receive a free phone or internet via Lifeline. |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI) | SSI recipients are eligible for Lifeline benefits, including free talk, text, and data. |
| Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA) | Programs like Section 8 qualify households for free phone and internet. |
| Veterans Pension & Survivors Benefit | Veterans and their families may get free or discounted mobile service. |
| Head Start (Income-Based) | Families meeting Head Start income requirements may qualify. |
| WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) | Participants can receive Lifeline-supported phone or broadband service. |
| Free/Reduced School Lunch & Breakfast | School meal program participation qualifies families. CEP programs also apply. |
| Federal Pell Grant (Current Year) | College students receiving Pell Grants may get discounted or free internet and mobile service. |
| Income-Based Eligibility | Households earning 135% or less of the Federal Poverty Guidelines may qualify without program enrollment. |
| Safe Connections Act (SCA) | Survivors of domestic abuse or human trafficking can qualify with proof of hardship. |
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