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Free Government Phone in West Virginia
Free Link Wireless offers Free Government Phone service to eligible households across West Virginia, from Charleston and Huntington to smaller towns and rural communities.
Quick answer
Yes. Eligible households in West Virginia can get a Free Government Phone through the federal Lifeline program. You qualify if someone in your household receives West Virginia Medicaid, 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.
Who qualifies for a Free Government Phone in West Virginia?
You, a dependent, or someone in your household must participate in one of these programs:
- West Virginia 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
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 West Virginia
- 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, West Virginia benefit records can be checked automatically.
- Get your phone. We ship free to any West Virginia address, and you can keep your current number.
Service across West Virginia
Free Link Wireless serves eligible customers statewide, including Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, and Parkersburg. 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 Ohio
- Free Government Phone Pennsylvania
- Free Government Phone Maryland
- Free Government Phone Virginia
- Free Government Phone Kentucky
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West Virginia Free Government Phone FAQs
Can I get a Free Government Phone in West Virginia with West Virginia Medicaid?
Yes. West Virginia Medicaid is West Virginia's Medicaid program, and Medicaid is a Lifeline qualifying program.
Does SNAP qualify for a Free Government Phone?
Yes. SNAP is West Virginia's SNAP program, which qualifies your household for Lifeline.
How many Free Government Phones can a West Virginia household get?
One. Lifeline is limited to one benefit per household in West Virginia and every other state.
How long does it take to get a Free Government Phone in West Virginia?
Many applicants are verified quickly. After approval, phones typically ship within a few business days, depending on where you live in West Virginia.
Get your Free Government Phone in West Virginia
Check eligibility in about two minutes, then apply online. No contracts, no credit checks.