Free Phone with SSI
If you or someone in your household receives Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you meet the program-based requirement for a free Lifeline phone. Apply online and get an activated smartphone shipped to your address at no charge.
Get a Free Phone with SSI Benefits
Qualifying With SSI
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients — $994/month individually or $1,491/month for a couple in 2026 — automatically qualify for a free phone through Lifeline. Your SSI award letter is typically all that's needed to verify eligibility.
What You'll Receive
- A certified smartphone with an activated line
- A monthly data, talk, and text allowance
- Optional larger-display device options for easier readability
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.