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Monthly Plans

Assurance Wireless describes free monthly service for eligible Lifeline customers, with talk, texts and data. The base data allowance depends on the state offer; the page directs applicants to select a state and ZIP code.

The offer is restricted to eligible customers in participating areas. Enrollment approval, available service and additional charges must be checked for the specific offer.

Official page checked 2026-09-06. This check applies only to the facts described here.

Check If You Qualify

Browse state guidance and learn what information to confirm with your provider.

View Eligibility Rules

Phone Availability

The official page offers a bring-your-own-phone route or a low-cost phone purchase through its phone vendor after application approval. An unlocked, compatible phone and a new SIM are required for the BYOD route.

The page contains inconsistent handset imagery and text. We have not confirmed a universally free handset, a particular model or current stock.

Required Documents — General Lifeline Guidance

  • Program route: a current benefit letter, statement or benefits-portal record identifying the participant, program and issuing organization.
  • Income route: an accepted tax return, annual income statement or three consecutive months of income records. Follow the documentation request for dates and household members.
  • Identity and address: provide accepted proof if the application cannot verify these automatically.
  • Household information: an additional worksheet may be needed when separate households share an address. Submit documents only through the official application process.

Application Information — General Lifeline Guidance

  • In most states, apply through the official Lifeline application system, by mail, or with help from a participating company. Oregon and Texas use state processes.
  • Provide additional documents if the eligibility review requests them.
  • After approval, choose a participating company and enroll. Program approval and starting a service plan are separate steps.

Eligibility Requirements

Qualify by Program

  • Medicaid
  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  • Federal Public Housing Assistance
  • Veterans Pension or Survivors Benefit

Qualify by Income

  • Federal Lifeline uses household income at or below 135% of the applicable poverty guideline. The threshold varies by household size and by Alaska, Hawaii or the rest of the US.
  • Choose your state in the eligibility directory for the 2026 table. State supplements can differ.

Expert Guides

Collected Sep 4, 2026. Current details have not been independently verified. Sources & methodology