Coverage States
The minutes can be used for local or domestic long distance calling and text messaging. There are a variety of plans, based upon your state and potentially what you are looking for.
Lifeline California
Reference plan details; current availability and benefits must be confirmed with the provider.
Lifeline (other states)*
Reference plan details; benefits vary by state and require provider confirmation.
ACP Only (Historical)
Historical program information only. Federal ACP benefits ended June 1, 2024.
Lifeline + ACP (Historical)
Historical program information only. This combined ACP benefit is no longer active.
Qualification
Lifeline eligibility may be based on household income at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, or qualifying participation in an eligible assistance program, such as:
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Medicaid
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA)
- Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit
- Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance (BIA)
- Tribal Head Start, if income qualifying standards are met
- Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
- Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)
Plan availability, eligibility, device offers and service benefits vary by state and provider. Confirm current details directly with Assurance Wireless. This is an informational page and does not guarantee qualification or enrollment.