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Utah: Free government cell phones (Internet, too!) from Lifeline and ACP

When you hear politicians bragging about how quickly Utah’s economy is recovering, keep in mind that many citizens of the state are having trouble putting food on the table in these tough times. That’s why we are happy to announce that the Lifeline program has officially come to the Beehive State thanks to long time provider Safelink Wireless, and as of July 2011, Assurance Wireless.

Now Utah’s needy can get the free smartphones and the free monthly minutes they need to help them call potential employers, to keep in touch with their kids, to contact their doctors. As if that weren’t good enough, ACP gives them tons of internet service to sweeten the deal even more.

Lifeline and ACP free government cell phone service providers in Utah

Here’s a list of all the Lifeline Assistance free government cell phones in Utah. 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
  • American Assistance
  • Assurance Wireless
  • enTouch Wireless
  • Life Wireless
  • Safelink Wireless
  • Standup Wireless
  • Tempo Communications
  • Truconnect

Lifeline Discount Companies in Utah

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 Utah:

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How to qualify for Lifeline Assistance free government cell phones in Utah

You are eligible if you receive benefits from any of these programs in Utah:

  • 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)

In addition, you may also qualify if your Total Household Income is at or under 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Our table below shows the income limits for Utah, already calculated for you.

Income Based Eligibility for Utah
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

How to qualify for an ACP free government phone and unlimited service in Utah

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.

Free smartphones. Free talk. Free texts. Free internet service. This is the future that awaits you when you enroll in Lifeline and ACP programs. We cannot think of any reason to wait. C’mon, Utahans, sign up now.

Latest Lifeline and ACP News for Utah:

How do Budget Wireless customers find a new free government cell phone company? - If you're one of those 800,000 abandoned Budget Wireless customers, what should you do next? How do you find another Lifeline company to replace Budget?
Assurance Wireless Adds Free Cell Phone Service in Utah - You can now get a free cell phone and 250 minutes of service monthly in Utah, through Assurance Wireless (and still Safelink Wireless).

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Comments

  1. R.T. says

    December 10, 2021 at 3:43 pm

    Is there a way to find out where they are giving out the phones on a particular day instead of having to call or doing it online?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      December 10, 2021 at 4:31 pm

      As we’ve said at least 1,000 times, we urge or readers NOT to enroll at a street event. Do yourself a favor and enroll online or by phone.

      Reply
    • Chris Sanders says

      January 18, 2022 at 6:21 pm

      I’m in Utah is it any kind of way I can just pick up a phone

      Reply
      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        January 18, 2022 at 11:57 pm

        We strongly urge our readers NOT to enroll at street events.

        Reply
  2. rocn jbarr says

    October 20, 2021 at 7:54 am

    i listen to music all day, do any of these have unlimited streaming?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      October 20, 2021 at 8:17 am

      “Unlimited” is truly in the mind of the beholder, Rocn. Most offer “unlimited” up to a certain level of usage and then they throttle back (reduce the speed) on all usage after that point. You’ll need to do a little research to figure out how that compares to your specific usage.

      Reply
  3. Tonya Morrill says

    March 22, 2021 at 9:53 am

    I just wanted to tell you that, in addition to providing valuable information that was easy to navigate and understand, reading the comments and your replies made my whole day!😊

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      March 22, 2021 at 11:28 am

      Always nice to be appreciated, Tonya. We think we’re hilarious, others disagree wholeheartedly.

      Reply
  4. juan garcia says

    October 20, 2020 at 8:52 am

    half of these providers do not provide or are no longer eligible to serve the state of utah. not sure where you got the list from but it needs some updating. standup and tempo are not qualified by the state to allow telecommunications in utah and that was just a couple of weeks ago. can find no information about life wireless and safelink no longer provides phones just a sim card

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      October 20, 2020 at 11:34 am

      We are currently in the process of revising listings for all the service providers, but StandUp just informed us that they still offer service in Utah.

      Reply
  5. Tara Gaudette says

    September 1, 2020 at 4:10 pm

    The way you responded to Juan makes you seem deceptive.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      September 1, 2020 at 4:43 pm

      Freakin’ A, Tara. We are the most deceptive, duplicitous, son-a-bitches you’ll ever hope to meet.

      Reply
  6. Andrea says

    August 30, 2020 at 7:53 am

    How do I apply to work for the life line free phones as a field agent

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 30, 2020 at 3:33 pm

      The sales function varies widely from company to company, Andrea. You’ll need to contact each company’s corporate headquarters to find out how each company handles it.

      Reply
  7. Mark says

    March 29, 2020 at 4:24 am

    I’m on disability and receive Medicare, Do I qualify. My check after deductions is approximately a little under $1,400.00. per month. I can’t drive and food deliveries cost too much for my budget unless absolutely an emergency. I broke 5 ribs and tore muscles I both shoulders waited 2.5 months before I got groceries. I lost over 30lbs pounds and after a month lost my appetite and food turned into an enemy that I no longer wanted.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      March 29, 2020 at 6:28 am

      It sounds as if you qualify, Mark. But here’s what we want you to do: Check the link below to find all the companies and free government cell phone plans offered in your state. Check the carefully and look at every one to find the plan that fits your needs best. Then use the contact info we provide to contact the company of your choice. Here’s that link:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      Reply
  8. Ben Dillman says

    March 1, 2020 at 9:50 am

    Why are there no locations to sign up for, activate,and receive the lifeline phones in Salt Lake City, UT?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      March 1, 2020 at 2:05 pm

      We strongly urge our readers to enroll online or by phone. Avoid the fraud and abuse common at street events.

      Reply
  9. Patrick Perry says

    August 22, 2019 at 4:26 pm

    I have had 4 traumatic brain injuries. I go in circles all day long.

    I need a phone with a large screen and a stylus.

    I can’t remember how to find you again.

    T-Mobile and Walmart made my apple phone stop working 2 months ago.

    I understand California users have stylus phones.

    Any suggestions for long Internet, talk and texts?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 22, 2019 at 5:25 pm

      Absolutely, Patrick. Our other website, CheapInternet.com, tells you everything you need to know about low-income internet plans. Check it out and best of luck.

      Reply
  10. Patricia says

    August 9, 2019 at 7:30 am

    And yes I have a phone I got from the state a few months ago I forgot about it and found it I was wondering if I could get it turned back on can reach me at 385-285-**** thank you

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 9, 2019 at 8:32 am

      You have a couple problems here, Patricia. (1) we are not a Lifeline service provider, so we cannot help you. (2) Your service was terminated because the rules of the Lifeline program say that service must be terminated any time a phone goes unused for 30 days or longer. (3) You’ll need to go through the enrollment process from square one with one of the service providers listed on this page.

      Reply
  11. Christy says

    May 15, 2019 at 11:24 pm

    I need a phone.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      May 16, 2019 at 8:32 am

      You need to apply for a phone.

      Reply
  12. Mike Allen says

    February 25, 2019 at 5:58 pm

    Just got off the phone with Safelink. Had a cell phone since 2012. Trying to recertify. I was told I can’t . I need to communicate with the Utah administrator? What is the contact information? Is that a thing or am I getting the run around

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      February 25, 2019 at 11:15 pm

      We do not have any info on this “Utah administrator.” Keep in mind that you can always enroll with any other free government cell phone company offering plans in your state. You can find all of them at this link:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      Reply
  13. juan says

    January 12, 2019 at 9:57 pm

    i cant seem to find a place that shows what different providers essentially provide in minutes in Utah. is there some place to compare company x with company y i know some companies only do 350 min while some do 750 and others do 1000 but there is no place to find to compare, can anyone help?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 13, 2019 at 4:51 am

      Jeez, Juan, we provide you with links to all the companies and their plans, and provide a summary of those plans. Is it really too difficult to click from one to another and write down all the info you need?

      Reply
    • KELLY KIRK says

      February 1, 2019 at 11:35 am

      In my experience in the past 7+ years of having a government phone with a few different providers. The minutes they provide seem to be pretty standard across the board in my experience. 250-500 mins a month that’s don’t roll-over. Reset each month. The option to buy more of course. Now where it differs the most is data. Some don’t provide data unless you pay, though some provide 500mb of data free every month (Q-link Wireless) is one example. But if you want to talk to anyone in person or really talk to anyone for support..with them it’s non-existent. That’s why as soon as my time lapses I’m switching providers. But hope that answers your question.

      Reply
  14. Doug says

    March 3, 2018 at 10:01 am

    Can I upgrade phones

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      March 3, 2018 at 2:37 pm

      Contact your service provider to find out what makes and models of phones are available, Doug.

      Reply
  15. Jim Morkin says

    March 10, 2017 at 9:31 pm

    I am 87 years old / widower / no other family / live alone / under 1500.00 month income which includes small Va pension.
    Do I qualify?

    I now have a Tracfone with significant minutes … can I transfer those minutes to your phone service?”

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      March 10, 2017 at 9:42 pm

      We do not have good news for you, Jim. Check out the income limits shown on this page and you’ll see that your income is a bit higher than what’s allowed. And if you did qualify, you still couldn’t transfer the minutes into the free government cell phone program from a non-free government cell phone program.

      But please check out all the other ways you can qualify. We’re hoping that you qualify through one of the ways shown in the article at this link:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/basics/qualify

      Reply
  16. Danielle hansen says

    May 6, 2016 at 7:55 am

    I have turned in 2 app.got a letter needing documentation again I sent it both times and stii have not received phone It has been almost a year of waiting I sent in the paper app with documentation.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      May 6, 2016 at 1:50 pm

      Which company did you apply to, Danielle?

      Reply
  17. Janice Lee Stewart says

    January 18, 2016 at 1:53 pm

    I am nearly 58 years old, on SSI and food stamps.I live on below poverty income, and 163 dollars food stamps, received monthly; please know Im grateful. It’s hard to maintain quality of life, at any level. My health is poor, getting around to a phone has become a burden. I no longer take public transportation due to my health capacity limitations. Access to a phone and Internet services would be a key factor in restoring a huge part in gaining self efficancy and putting my affairs in order.

    Reply
  18. robert lodge says

    January 3, 2016 at 8:51 pm

    what if u are homeless and just got out of jail have no stamp card?????

    Reply
  19. J.R. says

    June 24, 2015 at 9:44 am

    Can you tell me if the qualifying income is based on taxable income or full income before taxes, etc?

    Reply
    • FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says

      June 25, 2015 at 7:22 am

      It’s your income before taxes.

      Reply
  20. terisha spellman says

    June 3, 2015 at 8:42 pm

    I live in a small city that don’t have house to house mail. All of this city gets their mail at a p.o.box. it really sucks for us low income family’s please help

    Reply
  21. Denise Platt says

    April 27, 2015 at 10:32 am

    I had a phone through Safelink and when I had to re sign up I was told that they could not give me the benefit because I have a PO Box address. That is how I get my mail. I live in an apt on my mothers property and her address won’t work either. Why am I being penalized because of this. I need the phone just as much or more than anyone else that qualifies. Isn’t there some way to work this out?

    Reply
  22. Sue matthews says

    January 20, 2015 at 12:06 am

    How do I get a cell phone

    Reply
    • FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says

      January 20, 2015 at 12:02 pm

      There is a site some people built, called FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net. You should try that.

      Reply
  23. janet sypolt says

    September 1, 2014 at 4:28 am

    I have my own cellphone however cant afford phones for my daughers to whom are special needs. I would like to always be able tp get intoch with them when they arr away from home. My 12!year old was. A parade a coupleof weeks a go. I could find her after parade was over i had to find police to find her took almost three hours to find her. I am on ssi and ssocial security disabilityboth my girls recieve ssi. We get less then want you say limit for house hold of three. Also we are in secetion 8 housing

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      September 1, 2014 at 6:37 am

      If they live in a separate household, with no one else receiving a free cell phone already, they can get one per household. Only one is allowed per household.

      Reply

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