Free Government Phone in Maine

Lifeline service in Maine from FreeCall Wireless: free phone, free talk, text and data for eligible households.

Updated October 1, 2026 · By the FreeCall Wireless team · Official sources

Quick answer

How do I get a free government phone in Maine?

Maine residents can get a free government phone through Lifeline if they receive SNAP, MaineCare, SSI, Federal Public Housing Assistance or a Veterans Pension, or if household income is at or below $21,546 a year for one person (2026). Apply with FreeCall Wireless online or by phone, verify eligibility, and your free phone ships to you.

$21,546 for 1 person
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Tribal lands: up to $34.25

Living in Maine? You may qualify for a Free Government Phone through the federal Lifeline program. FreeCall Wireless serves Maine households in Portland, Lewiston and Bangor and everywhere in between.

This guide to getting a Free Government Phone in Maine covers who qualifies, the local program names, 2026 income limits and how to apply.

Who qualifies for a free government phone in Maine?

Maine residents qualify for Lifeline if anyone in the household takes part in one of these programs. The table shows the name each program uses locally.

Federal program	What it is called in Maine
SNAP	SNAP
Medicaid	MaineCare
Supplemental Security Income	SSI (Social Security Administration)
Federal Public Housing Assistance	Public housing and Section 8 through local housing authorities in Maine
Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit	U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Tribal programs (on Tribal lands)	BIA General Assistance, Tribal TANF, Head Start (income-qualified), FDPIR

Learn more about SNAP, Medicaid and SSI eligibility.

What is the Lifeline income limit in Maine?

If no one in your household receives a qualifying benefit, you can qualify by income. Maine uses the standard 48-state and D.C. limits for 2026, which are 135% of the federal poverty guidelines:

Household size	Yearly income limit	Monthly
1 person	$21,546	$1,796
2 people	$29,214	$2,434
3 people	$36,882	$3,074
4 people	$44,550	$3,712
5 people	$52,218	$4,352
6 people	$59,886	$4,990
Each additional person	+$7,668	+$639

How do I apply for a free phone in Maine?

1
Apply with FreeCall Wireless
Start online with your Maine ZIP code, call (918) 931-0991, or visit our Tulsa office.
2
Verify your eligibility
Most Maine applicants are verified through the National Verifier in minutes.
3
Get your free phone
Your phone ships free to your Maine address with service active.

Are there Tribal lands in Maine?

Yes. Parts of Maine are qualifying Tribal lands. If you live on them, you can qualify through Tribal programs and receive enhanced support of up to $34.25 a month instead of $9.25. You do not need to be a tribal member: what matters is where you live. The application checks your address. See Tribal Lifeline.

Where does FreeCall Wireless have coverage in Maine?

In Maine, you will find 5G coverage in and around Portland, Lewiston and Bangor, and 4G LTE across the rest of the state where people live and travel. Check coverage before you apply on our coverage page.