Sometimes it seems like Mississippi just can’t catch a break. First it was devastated by Hurricane Katrina back in 2006 and now its been hit by historic flooding of the Mississippi River here in 2011.
This triple whammy has knocked the state’s economy for a loop, destroyed many businesses and put tens of thousands of otherwise hardworking residents out of work. And on top of that you have the problems caused by weakness in the national economy.
Even before the triple natural disasters, the state had one of the nation’s highest unemployment rates and one of its highest rates of poverty.
But now the government has rafted in to rescue low-income Mississippians with the Lifeline and Affordable Connectivity Programs. You’ll save a ton when you enroll in these two great programs to get a free smartphone, unlimited talk, unlimited texts, and unlimited data.
Lifeline and ACP free government cell phone service providers in Mississippi
Here’s a list of all the Lifeline Assistance free government cell phones in Mississippi. They all offer different plans with different numbers of minutes, different refill options, and serve different geographic areas. So click through them all and find the plan that’s best for you.
- Access Wireless
- AirTalk Wireless
- Assurance Wireless
- EnTouch Wireless
- FeelSafe Wireless
- Safelink Wireless
- StandUp Wireless
Lifeline Discount Companies in Mississippi
If you qualify for Lifeline Assistance, but you find that none of the companies offer free government cell phones where you live, you have another option. The companies below, while not offering free cell phone plans, do offer substantial Lifeline discounts off their regular mobile phone plans in Mississippi:
How to qualify for Lifeline Assistance free government cell phones in Mississippi
You are eligible if you receive benefits from any of these programs in Michigan:
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Food Stamps or SNAP)
- Medicaid
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Federal Public Housing Assistance (Section 8)
- Veterans Pension and Survivor's Benefit.
- Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance (BIA)
- Tribally Administered Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (Tribal TANF)
- Tribal Head Start (only those households meeting its income qualifying standard)
- Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)
How to qualify for an ACP free government phone and unlimited service in Mississippi
It’s even easier to qualify for ACP service than it is to qualify for Lifeline service. The USAC website spells it all out:
Consumers qualify for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) through participation in Lifeline or a Lifeline-qualifying program, having an income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, through participation in ACP-qualifying programs, such as the free and reduced-price school lunch or breakfast program (including the Community Eligibility Provision), WIC, through award of a federal Pell Grant, or through participation in a participating service provider’s existing low-income program.
What are you waiting for? Choose your favorite service provider and favorite plan and the future is, well, almost unlimited.
| Income Based Eligibility for Mississippi | ||
|---|---|---|
| Members in Household | Annual income | |
| 1 member | $18,347 | |
| 2 members | $24,719 | |
| 3 members | $31,091 | |
| 4 members | $37,463 | |
| 5 members | $43,835 | |
| 6 members | $50,207 | |
| 7 members | $56,579 | |
| 8 members | $62,951 | |
| For each additional member add $6,372 annually | ||
Latest ACP & Lifeline News for Mississippi:
If you have any other questions, please refer to the links in the sidebar.
Kristi L Knight says
How do I get an upgrade on my q Link account
Free Government Cell Phones says
We don’t know what kind of “upgrade” you’re looking for, but call 6-1-1 on your free government cell phone to speak to your provider’s customer service team.
Aaliyah says
Access Wireless is not available in Mississippi well not in my county anyway because I put in my zipcode and it said no service in my area
Free Government Cell Phones says
Just because a company does business in one state does not mean it does business in every nook and cranny of every state, Aaliyah. Try a different company.
Nancy Graves says
I’ve got a government phone from Truconnect and have had it less than a month and has only been trouble never has worked right. Can I get another government phone for a different carrier. I will send this one back. PLEASE
Free Government Cell Phones says
Good news, Nancy. Any Lifeline customer can switch service providers at any time. Here’s an article that tells you how to make the switch from one provider to another:
https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/faq/how-do-i-switch-lifeline-providers
Which provider and plan to choose? You can find all the providers and plans available in your state here:
https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states
Help Me Lawyer says
It is not easy a caveman can do it but maybe your lawyer can!
You have to be very versed with legal forms to sign up for this benefit!
Bobby DeFranco says
I need a company who has ATT coverage for EBB. Can you suggest those companies?
Free Government Cell Phones says
Readers care to make any recommendations?
Help me Find AT&T Please! says
Help someone who Ashland Locke became after him and his friend wrecked Ashland’s Camaro and Bobby lived so now he wants to marry Victoria Newman on the “Young and the Restless!”
Free Government Cell Phones says
We prefer The Bold & The Beautiful.
Patrick Mitchell says
Yeah hey I would like to order a free State farm State farm phone State phone for the state and get it for free and with unlimited many data and text of and my address and my house with the captions included thank you
Free Government Cell Phones says
You’re killing us, Patrick. Long time since a comment made us laugh so hard.
Tress Dukes says
How do I get a phone I am on as I food stamps thanks
Free Government Cell Phones says
Check all the plans listed on this page very carefully to find the one that fits your needs best, then enroll with that company using the contact info we provide for each service provider.
Jackie Lumpkin says
I do not like Safelink service and would do without a phone before using them again.
Rebecca says
Hi, I’m from Batesville Mississippi and I was told C-spire gives discounted rates to people whom are eligible for life-line services. Do you know if this is true and if so do you know if you have to be an existing c-spire customer?
Free Government Cell Phones says
This is probably worthy of a short, over-simplified explanation that we’ve haven’t spelled out for a while.
The government requires all cell phone companies to offer Lifeline plans. The government pays those companies $9.25 per customer per month. Some companies, such as C-Spire, use that income to offer their low-income customers a $9.25 discount off their regular prices. So let’s say the regular price is $30.25 per month. When you apply the Lifeline discount, you would end up paying $21.00 per month.
Back in 2009 a company called Safelink, which is still the largest free government cell phone company, was created and built around the concept that they could make a profit while giving the service away for free. In other words, the only income those companies receive is that same $9.25 per customer per month subsidy.
Unfortunately, C-Spire provides the discount, but not the free service. Fortunately, there are four other companies in your state that offer the free plan. You can find all those plans right here on this page.
Good luck.
Jalisa says
Hello my name is jalisa form ms I want to see how to get a food stamps phone
Free Government Cell Phones says
Sorry, Jalisa, but we know nothing about the process to get food stamps. But if you have any questions about the free government cell phone program, this is the place to be.
Alainea Vance says
I cant tell, not to sound rude but it keeps sending me in circles back to the same page.
Free Government Cell Phones says
You can’t tell what?
Mike says
Need a phone for my blind mother. I like this one because of the features that it has for someone with a visual impairment. And it has audio. Do any of the approved suppliers carry something like this or can you get this phone and activate it with those carriers and still get it for free. She is on Medicaid and a fixed income including Social Security disability income.
Free Government Cell Phones says
Sorry on two counts, Mike. First, we can’t post an unverified link. Second, there’s no way for us to know which service providers offer any specific phone at any specific moment. They change constantly, and you won’t know which phone you’re getting until it arrives at your home.
Ethel Seay says
What cell phone service provider is used in Jackson, Mississippi, to provide free cell phone using Medicaid?
Free Government Cell Phones says
Jackson’s a pretty good-sized metropolitan area, so you should be able to use any of the service providers.
tina haynes says
Hey there i tryed to get a free government phone but they are not available in my area. is there a way i can get one soon i been trying for a month. Nothing.
Free Government Cell Phones says
Have you checked with all the companies on this page? If not, try all of them. They’re all listed on this page.
Wallace says
Assurance wireless keeps calling me saying they are updating their system and my old kyocera phone won’t work after the first week of September. So I call the number they give and I get three different answers from the phone rep. 1. No this isn’t true and my old phone will work just fine. 2. I will need to upgrade to a smart phone and it will cost $5.00 shipping or 3. They will send a upgraded phone with no charge. Which is it?
I’ve talked to so called “supervisors” who tell me no charge they’ll just mail me a new phone. This never happens. What’s the deal? I’m more tired of the constant calls!
Free Government Cell Phones says
Damned if we know, Wallace. But if it happened to us, we’d be just as annoyed as you are. Maybe you should consider putting the problem behind you by switching service providers. If that’s an option you’d consider, here’s an article that tells you exactly how to do it:
https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/faq/how-do-i-switch-lifeline-providers
Cindy Phillips says
How does my husband apply for a government free phone,he is a senior and is on social security disability
Free Government Cell Phones says
Click through all the companies and plans offering Lifeline phones in your state, Cindy. Find the one that fits his needs best and enroll with that company. We provide all the contact info you need.
Martha Rayner says
Would like to apply for a free government phone and also do they have internet at reasonable charge
Free Government Cell Phones says
All free government cell phone companies are now required to offer plans that include data. Not all plans include it, but each company must offer at least one plan that does. To enroll, check out all the plans offered in the article above. Check them carefully to find the plan that fits your needs best, then enroll using the contact info we provide.
Latrice Chaney says
Looking for a free government phone
Free Government Cell Phones says
Then you need to check out all the plans offered from companies listed on this page, find the one that fits your needs best, and enroll with that company. Easy peasy.
Kawanda Watson says
I have cell phone. Cricket plan end tonight. I’m on sect 8. Need some card. Gov assistance please.
Free Government Cell Phones says
Check out the companies and plans listed on this page and enroll with the one that fits your needs best. It’s the simple, Kannada.
Sidney Horne says
When can people get free phones in Ms
Free Government Cell Phones says
365 days a year, Sidney. If you qualify, contact any of the companies on the list on this page.
Torryale Moore says
When are the safelink tents up in clarksdale ms
Free Government Cell Phones says
We strong urge our readers NOT to enroll at a street event because they have been the scenes of too much fraud and abuse.
Jerry martin says
I Jerry ss# 587-66-**** have a government phone sprint provide by sprint will not work here my brother has one by Verizon. it works. how do I swap. please let me know.
Free Government Cell Phones says
We aren’t quite sure what to tell you, Jerry, because your question doesn’t quite make sense to us. Neither Sprint nor Verizon participate in the free government cell phone program.
Kimberly So. says
LifeLine is a great program. When you are completing your application for the program, make sure that you only check the ONE type of program you or your family member is in, in order to qualify your household for the LifeLine Program. Trying to over qualify your household by checking additional programs and having to verify even further information can cause you to be disqualified in the future if you lose your eligibility from some of these other programs. I have been a long time customer of SafeLink Wireless and recently they have been unable to verify eligibility for Wisconsin residents receiving benefits from the State of Wisconsin and therefore they are currently unable to approve anyone, no matter how many times you apply, reapply, submit proof, verify eligibility from the state of Wisconsin, and follow every single instruction given to you. I’ve spent months reapplying, calling in to every single department. You won’t be approved for service. They will never send you a phone if you have been sent one previously by the SafeLink Wireless Company. You are not required to purchase a service contract, a new phone, or a phone card to get a new phone mailed to your address. They will usually start to ask you for a credit card to get service going on another phone until the new phone gets entered into the system and once it’s mailed out to you, you should get it within a few weeks. Guess what? No you won’t. You never will. TracFone owns SafeLink Wireless. Call them and have them check your order status or go to the website for TracFone. They’re great if you have some patience and time. But they will try to sell you a phone too, so expect to get out alive, but with a payment every month for a new Cadallac, lol, I’m kidding. Best of luck. Kudos. Kimberly.
Layla Gibbs says
I filled out the online application and qualified under the income. I need to show proof of income it listed last 3 pay stubs, but the issue is that I don’t have any. I recently enrolled in online school and was accepted and qualified for a Grant and Direct Loan and was approved so I figured I would for this program in which I did. I have a I.D # as well. I just don’t know what I can use to prove that I have no income
Free Government Cell Phones says
Contact your chosen service provider and speak to customer service.
Richard Clay says
I need a phone.
Free Government Cell Phones says
Do you qualify, Richard? Here’s an article that tells you all the ways to be eligible:
https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/basics/qualify
Jessica Mackles says
I had a government phone in Mississippi. I just moved and left the phone. Can u please Disconnect 601-529-****
Free Government Cell Phones says
We can’t, Jessica, but the phone will be automatically disconnected if it remains unused for 30 days. Your other option is to contact your service provider and ask them to terminate your account.
vanessa reynolds says
i get safelink and i have for a good while. i was wondering if you have to have a tracphone with them because i really like them. i have a phone i had years ago and i was wondering if i can use it with safelink. it is a samsung the model looks like it says 8PH-M910. could you please let me know?
my email is *****@gmail.com
and phone is 228 223 ****
thank you, vanessa
Free Government Cell Phones says
Not all phones are compatible with all networks, Vanessa. We’re experts on the Lifeline Assisatance free government cell phone program, but we hate to stray into the technical aspects of phones and networks because we are not experts on that subject. Your best bet is to call Safelink’s customer service team.
Frank says
Since reach out wireless I was not able to get a gov phone in my area code 39159
Free Government Cell Phones says
You’re on the right page, Frank. Have you checked out all the companies and plans mentioned in the above article?
Jill Hilton says
Im trying to apply for a free phone. Going thru divorce with 2 kids, cant afford phone bill
Currently recieving SNAP
Free Government Cell Phones says
It certainly sounds as if you qualify, Jill. Check out all the companies on this page to find the one that offers the best plan for you (most minutes, texts, data plan, etc).
Amy pigg says
How do I get a phone in Carthage Philadelphia area
Free Government Cell Phones says
You can apply with any of the companies that do business in the state. You can find that complete list with all their plans (minutes, texts, data, etc) at this link:
https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states
Do yourself a favor and apply online or by phone. There’s far less risk of identity fraud that way.
Rachel says
I want to go in person to get a phone and not do it over the telephone..Where do I go to get assistance for a free phone with texting and phone minutes?
Free Government Cell Phones says
Sometimes what you want and what’s in your best interest are two different things, Rachel. We always tell our readers that they are much better off applying online or by phone. There has been too much trouble with fraud and abuse with the kind of street vendors who hand out phones on the street. We hope you’ll take our advice.
William says
I’m on medacare and in need of a free cell phone
Free Government Cell Phones says
Sorry, William, but Medicare is not one of the programs that will make qualify for a free government cell phone. You can see the various ways to qualify on this page:
https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/basics/qualify
Ronnie Vaughn says
I am qualified for Tanf and the representative from EnTouch was here in Mississippi on one of the reservation but at the time my voucher was expired and he couldnt let me have a free phone today by I have renewed my card. Can you help me
dj says
these comments on here are the dumbest i have seen , feel sorry for the person answering them i bet you wanna claw ur eyes out
marcyywest says
do i get a free cell ph. need to find job etc,14141/2forrestst,tupeloms38801thankyou
marcywest says
need ph. to get job etc,
Ashley says
Do I get a free phone
Darren hillie says
I really need a phone so that I can keep in contact with my relatives. At the moment I have little income and can not afford a phone right noe
Priscilla says
Do anyone knows a number you can call to start working as an agent or street teams.
FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says
https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/get-a-job-handing-out-free-cell-phones
Alexis C says
what does it mean to make an outbound call ?
FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says
It is when you make the call from your phone, rather than receive a call from someone else.
terry * says
Was checking to see if I qualify for a free phone.
FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says
Start Here to check if you qualify.
Exelena Arbuthnot says
How do I get a cell phone with free monthly service in Natchez, MS?
FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says
You read the page we wrote above, and contact the providers we list and and call them to see if they cover your area.
Cat says
I’m on total disability and need a government (Free) Cell phone. I also have internet thru att. where I try to do my banking and pay my bills.
desera d harris says
i need to apply for a free cell phone
Free Government Cell Phones says
Contact one of the companies listed above.
Gerard Buckner says
In desperate need
Free Government Cell Phones says
They you should give one of the companies a call.