Free Government Phone Alaska (AK)

Quick answer

Yes. Eligible households in Alaska can get a Free Government Phone through the federal Lifeline program. You qualify if someone in your household receives Alaska Medicaid, SNAP, SSI, Federal Public Housing Assistance, or the Veterans Pension, or Tribal benefits — or if your household income is at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Higher income limits in Alaska

Alaska uses its own, higher federal poverty guidelines, so the Lifeline income limit for Alaska households is higher than in the lower 48 states. Much of Alaska is also designated Tribal land, where enhanced Tribal Lifeline support may apply.

Who qualifies for a Free Government Phone in Alaska?

You, a dependent, or someone in your household must participate in one of these programs:

Alaska Medicaid (DenaliCare) (Medicaid)
SNAP
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Federal Public Housing Assistance / Section 8
Veterans Pension or Survivors Pension
Tribal programs (for residents of Tribal lands in Alaska)
Household income at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (Alaska and Hawaii have higher limits)

Not sure? Use our eligibility checker.

Lifeline income limits by household size

Maximum yearly household income (135% of Federal Poverty Guidelines, 48 states + DC). Bars show household size.

$21.1K

$28.6K

$36.0K

$43.4K

$50.8K

$58.3K

$65.7K

$73.1K

12345678

Source: 2025 HHS Poverty Guidelines × 135%. Alaska and Hawaii limits are higher. Limits update yearly — confirm on USAC's Lifeline site.

How to apply in Alaska

Check eligibility using the programs above or your income.
Apply online with the Free Link Wireless application.
Verify your eligibility. Your eligibility is confirmed through the Lifeline National Verifier, run by USAC. In many cases, Alaska benefit records can be checked automatically.
Get your phone. We ship free to any Alaska address, and you can keep your current number.

Tribal Lifeline in Alaska

Alaska has federally recognized Tribal lands. Eligible residents of those lands can receive enhanced Lifeline support of up to $34.25 per month and may also qualify through Tribal programs such as BIA General Assistance, Tribal TANF, Head Start (income-qualifying), and FDPIR. Learn about Tribal Lifeline.

Service across Alaska

Free Link Wireless serves eligible customers statewide, including Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, and Wasilla. Service runs on a nationwide 4G LTE and 5G network — see our coverage page for details.