Government Assistance Program
How to Qualify for the Lifeline and/or ACP Program?
Lifeline and ACP are government benefit programs providing free cell phone service* for eligible customers.
You may qualify for FREE phone service if you receive assistance from Medicaid/Medi-Cal, SNAP/CalFresh or other government programs, or if you are considered low income.
Qualifying plans include a FREE 4G/5G+ LTE smartphone when you enroll with TAG Mobile!
ENROLL NOW*Offer subject to eligibility for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) and Lifeline Program. Offer may vary by location and ACP Terms & Conditions apply. GSM coverage required.
How Do I Qualify?
Qualify by Government Program Use If You Participate in:
Medicaid / Medi-Cal
Food Stamps / Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) / CalFresh
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Federal Public Housing Assistance or Section 8
Tribally-Administered Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)
Tribal Head Start
For further information, please visit our Lifeline Terms & Conditions page.
All addresses and proof documents must contain the address matching your application, and be recently dated.
**All three elements listed above must be visible within a single image when enrolling online.
For more information about qualifying programs and the Lifeline Program, visit usac.org.
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For further information, please visit our Lifeline Terms & Conditions page.
All addresses and proof documents must contain the address matching your application, and be recently dated.
**All three elements listed above must be visible within a single image when enrolling online.
For more information about qualifying programs and the Lifeline Program, visit usac.org.
What Is Needed To Apply?
To start applying for Lifeline, here's what you'll need. To ensure a smooth enrollment process, please provide one item from each section below
Proof of Identification
Driver’s License or Passport (unexpired)
Birth Certificate
Certificate of Naturalization or of U.S. Citizenship
Permanent Resident or Resident Alien Card (unexpired)
Foreign Passport
Proof of Address
Driver’s License, Government, State, or Tribal Issued ID (unexpired)
Current Income Statement, Paycheck Stub, or W2
Statement of Benefits from a Qualifying Program Which Contains Name And Address
Current Mortgage or Lease Statement
Utility Bill
Proof of Government Benefit Participation
Current or prior year’s statement of benefits from a qualifying state, federal or Tribal program
Notice letter of participation in a qualifying state, federal or Tribal Program
Program participation documents
Another official document evidencing the consumer's participation in a qualifying state, federal or Tribal Program
For further information, please visit our Lifeline Terms & Conditions page.
All addresses and proof documents must contain the address matching your application, and be recently dated.
**All three elements listed above must be visible within a single image when enrolling online.
For more information about qualifying programs and the Lifeline Program, visit usac.org.
Why Choose TAG Mobile As Your Lifeline Provider?
FREE 4G/5G+ Smartphone*
*As part of the Lifeline and ACP plan
FREE PLAN
*As part of the Lifeline and ACP plan
Dedicated Customer Service
Fast & Free Shipping
Frequently Asked Questions
When will I receive my Free phone and Free Service after I sign up?
How long will it take to receive approval?
Why do I need to provide my Social Security Number?
How is the FCC involved?
Which state do you offer service?
How long will it take to ship my phone?
How can I check my application status?
Where is my tracking number?
Can I switch to TAG Mobile?