Assurance Wireless
Free phone 41 states
- Free smartphone
- Unlimited texts
- Unlimited talk
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Free cell phones in New Mexico
2 Lifeline providers offer free or discounted phone service to eligible New Mexico households. Compare plans below, then apply directly with the provider.
Lifeline providers in New Mexico
Free-phone providers first, then by coverage.
Safelink Wireless
Free phone 40 states
- Free smartphone or BYOP
- Unlimited talk
- Unlimited text
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Who qualifies in New Mexico
Full requirementsBy benefit program
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, food stamps)
- Medicaid
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA)
- Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit
By household income
135% of the 2026 poverty guidelines
| 1 person | up to $21,546/yr |
| 2 people | up to $29,214/yr |
| 3 people | up to $36,882/yr |
| 4 people | up to $44,550/yr |
Lifeline in New Mexico at a glance
New Mexico residents can choose from 2 Lifeline providers: Assurance Wireless and Safelink Wireless. 2 of them advertise a free phone with service. Assurance Wireless has the widest reach, serving 41 states.
If no one in your household receives a qualifying benefit, you can still qualify on income: up to $21,546 a year for a single person, or $44,550 for a family of four. Qualifying programs in New Mexico include Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income.
Lifeline is limited to one benefit per household. If you already have Lifeline with another company, you can transfer it to any provider listed above, or visit one of 259 carrier stores in New Mexico to compare paid plans in person.
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Phone stores in New Mexico
Prefer to shop in person? Browse 259 carrier stores.