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Free Government Phone in Vermont
Free Link Wireless offers Free Government Phone service to eligible households across Vermont, from Burlington and South Burlington to smaller towns and rural communities.
Quick answer
Yes. Eligible households in Vermont can get a Free Government Phone through the federal Lifeline program. You qualify if someone in your household receives Green Mountain Care, 3SquaresVT, SSI, Federal Public Housing Assistance, or the Veterans Pension — or if your household income is at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
Who qualifies for a Free Government Phone in Vermont?
You, a dependent, or someone in your household must participate in one of these programs:
- Green Mountain Care (Vermont Medicaid) (Medicaid)
- 3SquaresVT (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
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 Vermont
- 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, Vermont benefit records can be checked automatically.
- Get your phone. We ship free to any Vermont address, and you can keep your current number.
Service across Vermont
Free Link Wireless serves eligible customers statewide, including Burlington, South Burlington, Rutland, and Barre, as well as the capital, Montpelier. 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 New Hampshire
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- Free Government Phone New York
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Vermont Free Government Phone FAQs
Can I get a Free Government Phone in Vermont with Green Mountain Care?
Yes. Green Mountain Care (Vermont Medicaid) is Vermont's Medicaid program, and Medicaid is a Lifeline qualifying program.
Does 3SquaresVT qualify for a Free Government Phone?
Yes. 3SquaresVT (SNAP) is Vermont's SNAP program, which qualifies your household for Lifeline.
How many Free Government Phones can a Vermont household get?
One. Lifeline is limited to one benefit per household in Vermont and every other state.
How long does it take to get a Free Government Phone in Vermont?
Many applicants are verified quickly. After approval, phones typically ship within a few business days, depending on where you live in Vermont.
Get your Free Government Phone in Vermont
Check eligibility in about two minutes, then apply online. No contracts, no credit checks.