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Free Government Phone in North Dakota
If you live in North Dakota and receive benefits like North Dakota Medicaid or SNAP, you may qualify for a Free Government Phone with unlimited talk, text, and data.
Quick answer
Yes. Eligible households in North Dakota can get a Free Government Phone through the federal Lifeline program. You qualify if someone in your household receives North Dakota 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.
Who qualifies for a Free Government Phone in North Dakota?
You, a dependent, or someone in your household must participate in one of these programs:
- North Dakota Medicaid (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 North Dakota)
- Household income at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines
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.
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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 North Dakota
- 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, North Dakota benefit records can be checked automatically.
- Get your phone. We ship free to any North Dakota address, and you can keep your current number.
Tribal Lifeline in North Dakota
North Dakota 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 North Dakota
Free Link Wireless serves eligible customers statewide, including Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, and Minot. Service runs on a nationwide 4G LTE and 5G network — see our coverage page for details.
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Neighboring states
- Free Government Phone Minnesota
- Free Government Phone South Dakota
- Free Government Phone Montana
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North Dakota Free Government Phone FAQs
Can I get a Free Government Phone in North Dakota with North Dakota Medicaid?
Yes. North Dakota Medicaid is North Dakota's Medicaid program, and Medicaid is a Lifeline qualifying program.
Does SNAP qualify for a Free Government Phone?
Yes. SNAP is North Dakota's SNAP program, which qualifies your household for Lifeline.
How many Free Government Phones can a North Dakota household get?
One. Lifeline is limited to one benefit per household in North Dakota and every other state.
How long does it take to get a Free Government Phone in North Dakota?
Many applicants are verified quickly. After approval, phones typically ship within a few business days, depending on where you live in North Dakota.
Get your Free Government Phone in North Dakota
Check eligibility in about two minutes, then apply online. No contracts, no credit checks.