Free Government Phone Hawaii (HI)

Quick answer

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

Higher income limits in Hawaii

Hawaii has its own, higher federal poverty guidelines, so Hawaii households can earn somewhat more than households in the contiguous states and still qualify for Lifeline based on income. Residents of Hawaiian Home Lands may also qualify for enhanced Tribal support.

Who qualifies for a Free Government Phone in Hawaii?

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

Med-QUEST (Hawaii Medicaid) (Medicaid)
SNAP
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Federal Public Housing Assistance / Section 8
Veterans Pension or Survivors Pension
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

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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 Hawaii

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, Hawaii benefit records can be checked automatically.
Get your phone. We ship free to any Hawaii address, and you can keep your current number.

Service across Hawaii

Free Link Wireless serves eligible customers statewide, including Honolulu, Hilo, Kailua, and Kapolei. Service runs on a nationwide 4G LTE and 5G network — see our coverage page for details.