TracFone Wireless is another government phone provider, and it is a subsidiary of Verizon Communications. TracFone’s Lifeline phones run on the signal towers of more than 30 major carriers, including AT&T, T-Mobile, and USCellular. 

TracFone has many prepaid mobile operators, including Straight Talk, Walmart Family Mobile, and Net10 Wireless. However, its Lifeline-supported service is through SafeLink Wireless. You can get a free government cell phone and an affordable no-contract plan if you qualify for the program. 

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The available gov cell phone plans and smartphone models can vary by area. But all Safelink Wireless plans are completely free if you qualify for Lifeline.

For instance, you may get unlimited texts and minutes with 6 GB of data if you live near Los Angeles, California. However, your plan might only have 350 voice minutes and 4.5 GB of data if you live in Miami or New York City. 

You can purchase additional minutes and data, but the price depends on your location. All SafeLink Wireless plans include the following features:

  • Free monthly minutes
  • Free data for internet usage
  • Features like voicemail, caller ID, 3-way calling, and call waiting
  • 911 access
  • 411 directory assistance
  • Nationwide coverage
  • Free calls to customer care if you dial 611 from your phone

Almost all government phone companies provide only Android devices, but SafeLink Wireless has Android and iPhones. You can also use your current Apple phone with a Lifeline sim card. 

The below includes just some of the Lifeline phones you can get with SafeLink Wireless:

  • iPhones like 5, 6, 7, and SE models
  • Samsung phones like Galaxy models
  • Motorola phones like Moto g and e models
  • LG phones like K31 Rebel, Reflect, and Premier Pro
  • Nokia G300 5G

SafeLink Wireless service is not available in every state. You may be able to apply for government phones if you live in Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, or any of the following states: 

  • Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, or Wisconsin

If a representative approves your government cell phone application, you can sign up for a plan with an approved phone company within 90 days. However, plans are month to month, and you can switch providers at any time.

So, you may consider switching to the next phone provider if it is a better fit. Access Wireless has nationwide coverage and international calling availability if you need to keep in touch with family and friends abroad.

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