Free Phone with Medicaid
Active Medicaid enrollment is one of the fastest paths to a free Lifeline phone. Your household can receive a certified smartphone with a monthly data, talk, and text allowance — shipped free and activated before it arrives.
Get a Free Phone Through Medicaid
Qualifying With Medicaid
Current enrollment in Medicaid (or your state's equivalent program, such as Medi-Cal) qualifies your household for a free phone through Lifeline, regardless of which Medicaid eligibility category you're enrolled under.
What You'll Receive
- A certified smartphone with an activated line
- A monthly data, talk, and text allowance
- U.S.-based support to help with setup
What's included
$0 Out of Pocket
Qualifying households pay nothing for the device or monthly service.
Federally Backed
Delivered through FCC-supported affordability programs such as Lifeline.
Fast Approval
Most applications are reviewed within one to two business days.
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.