Already Have A Phone You Love?

If you already have a phone you love, keep it and get a $15 account credit or 1GB of free data on a Lifeline program. We’ll use your phone’s IMEI number to see if it is compatible with our networks.

*Credits may only be used for bill payments and refills/top-ups. Credits may not be used for the purchase of any devices, accessories, or other products/services. Other terms and conditions apply.

Check the compatibility of your Sprint (CDMA) device here!

Check GSM Devices in Store

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Your Phone Must Be:

  • Unlocked
  • Compatible with our Networks
    • GSM (T-Mobile)
    • CDMA (Sprint)

We’ll Give You:

  • A Reliable Network with Great Service
  • Free SIM Card
  • $15 Account Credit for Tribal Customers
  • 1GB Free Data for Non-Tribal Customers
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*Compatibility & eligibility restrictions apply

Find Your IMEI Number In Your Phone’s Settings

You can find the number in your phone’s settings. Here is how:

iPhone IMEI

Go to Settings

Then General

Then About

Android IMEI

Go to Settings

Then About Phone

Then Status

Windows IMEI

Go to Settings

Then About

Then More Information

Have a T-Mobile or other device you would like to check the compatibility of? Call us at 855-392-7747.

Bring Your Phone In Person!

Visit one of our Assist Wireless stores to check compatibility in person!

We LOVE Being Here for You.

We offer more than just a FREE phone and service for our customers. With more rewards and perks than ANY other Lifeline provider, our customers can rest assured they will have the talk, text, and data they want and need to stay connected.

*Credits may only be used for bill payments and refills/top-ups. Credits may not be used for the purchase of any devices, accessories, or other products/services. Other terms and conditions apply.

Do You Qualify?

How to Qualify for Free Lifeline Phone Service

It’s easy to find out if you’re eligible for a FREE cell phone and monthly service with Assist Wireless! Qualify by Program or Income.

Learn more about Program-based and Income-based Lifeline eligibility below!

Lifeline Phone Service

Lifeline Program

Due to sharing many of the same eligibility requirements those currently enrolled in the lifeline program may qualify for The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) also.

Medicaid / Medi-Cal

Program Approval Letter, Benefit Statement, or Verification of Coverage Letter, should contain the following basic information:

  • Name of the program or state equivalent,
  • Name of the beneficiary,
  • Address of the beneficiary, and
  • Date of the award

OR

Eligibility Screenshot or printout from an online portal or website tool, should contain the following basic information:

  • Name of the program or state equivalent,
  • Name of the beneficiary
  • Medical Identification number, OR
  • Case number,
  • Eligibility dates, OR
  • Current participation status

Federal Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans & Survivors Pension Benefit

Pension Grant Letter, should contain the following basic information:

  • Participant’s name
  • Address
  • A decision about the participant’s monthly entitlement amount
  • Payment start date

Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA)

FPHA award letter, should contain the following basic information:

  • Name of the program,
  • Date of the award,
  • Name of the beneficiary, and
  • Award amount.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Approval Letter or Benefit Statement issued by the SSA, or on SSA letterhead.

  • Consumer’s name
  • Date
  • Eligibility Date
  • Claim number OR Other consumer identification number
  • Payment amount

SNAP / Food Stamps / CalFresh

Program Approval Letter, Benefit Statement, or Verification of Coverage Letter, should contain the following basic information:

  • Name of the program,
  • Name of the beneficiary,
  • Eligibility dates, OR
  • Current participation status

OR

Eligibility Screenshot or printout from an online portal or website tool, should contain the following basic information:

  • Name of the program or state equivalent,
  • Name of the beneficiary,
  • Case number,
  • Eligibility dates, OR
  • Current participation status