OBX to Asheville — the free phone Tar Heels actually recommend to family.
Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Durham & Winston-Salem
Coverage across the Research Triangle, Charlotte metro, the Triad, and both the coast and mountains. Ideal for NC households already on FNS or Medicaid.
NC Food & Nutrition Services and Medicaid qualify you instantly.
5G/LTE coverage from OBX to Asheville.
Most NC orders arrive within 3–5 business days.
“Was on Cricket for $55. AirTalk is free and works everywhere in Mecklenburg.”
Quick eligibility check
Check any that apply to your household — just one program or the income option is enough to get accepted.
Dive deeper into how the Lifeline program works — helpful for North Carolina residents.
Yes — NC Medicaid participation qualifies you for federal Lifeline benefits.
Yes — FNS is North Carolina's SNAP program and qualifies you for Lifeline.
Yes — AirTalk uses nationwide LTE partners, so Western NC (Asheville, Boone) coverage matches major carriers.
Coverage on the OBX and coastal NC is strong on nationwide 5G partners.
Free phone. Free monthly service. Plus a $10 bonus.
Apply Now — NC Residents