Free Government Phone for Veterans
Learn how free Government Phone for Veterans works and whether your household qualifies for free or discounted wireless service through Free Phone Wireless. Most applicants can find out in a few minutes.
Everything You Need to Know
Veterans & Survivors Pension Benefit
The VA's needs-based Veterans Pension (and Survivors Pension) programs provide monthly payments to qualifying wartime veterans age 65 or older or with a qualifying disability, and to their eligible survivors. These programs have their own income and net worth limits set annually by the VA, separate from Lifeline's own income test, and receiving either one is a direct Lifeline-qualifying pathway.
Documents That Work
- Your VA Pension or Survivors Pension award letter
- A DD-214 or other proof of service may be requested by the VA when you first apply for the pension itself (not required for the Lifeline application if you already receive the benefit)
Other Paths for Veterans
Many veterans also qualify through Medicaid, SSI, or straightforward income-based eligibility, so if you're not receiving VA Pension specifically, you likely still have another path in.
What's included
Simple Qualification
Qualify through income or enrollment in a federal or state assistance program.
One Quick Form
Submit your information once — our team verifies eligibility for you.
Privacy Protected
Your documents are encrypted and used only to confirm eligibility.
What you need to know
- No annual contract or credit check required for most plans
- Coverage across all 50 states on a nationwide LTE/5G network
- U.S.-based customer support by phone, chat, or email
- Fast online application — most decisions in 1–2 business days
Quick eligibility check
Tell us how you qualify and we'll point you to the right next step.
How it works
Check eligibility
Answer a few quick questions or start your application online.
Get verified
Upload or reference your qualifying program or income documentation.
Get connected
Receive your device and activate service — most orders ship within days.
Common questions
You generally qualify if your household income is at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, or if you or someone in your household participates in a program such as SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, Federal Public Housing Assistance, or Veterans Pension. Tribal-specific programs may offer additional support.
You'll need a government-issued photo ID and proof of program participation (such as a benefit award letter) or proof of income, like a recent pay stub or tax return.
Most applications are reviewed within one to two business days. You'll receive an email or text update as soon as a decision is made.
Yes. You can transfer your Lifeline benefit to us during your next annual recertification window, or at any time if you are not currently receiving service from another provider.
