California LifeLine Plans

Affordable wireless service for eligible California residents

πŸ“± Free SIM Card 🚫 No Contracts ✨ 5G Speeds

Choose Your Plan

Click a plan to view details β€’ All plans include unlimited talk & text

Included With Every Plan

Essential features at no extra cost

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Voicemail

Visual voicemail included free with all plans.

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Caller ID

See who’s calling before you answer.

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Call Waiting

Never miss an important call while on another.

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911 Emergency

Free access to emergency services anywhere.

Fees & Charges

Transparent pricing with no hidden fees

Service Charge
πŸ’³ Activation Fee $39 (may be waived) β€” Normally covered by CA LifeLine Connection Fee
πŸ“± SIM Card FREE
πŸ“² Device Not provided by SafetyNet directly. Some authorized distributors offer free devices with in-person enrollment.
πŸ”§ Replacement Accessories Contact the point of sale where your device was received for replacement policies.
🌍 International Calls Included with $1/month Enhanced Plan. Call 1-888-224-3213 to upgrade.
πŸšͺ Early Termination Fee NONE

California Regulatory Fees

State-required fees per CPUC regulations

Fee / Surcharge Purpose
πŸ›οΈ CA Public Purpose Program Surcharge Supports universal service programs in California
β™Ώ CA Relay Service & Communications Device Fund Funds relay services for individuals with hearing/speech disabilities
πŸ”οΈ California High Cost Fund-A and B Supports telephone service in high-cost areas
🏫 California Teleconnect Fund Provides discounts to schools, libraries, hospitals
πŸ“‘ California Advanced Services Fund Supports broadband infrastructure deployment
🚨 California 911 Emergency Surcharge Supports the state’s 911 emergency system
🏠 Local Utility User Taxes May apply depending on your city/county

Eligibility Requirements

Qualify through program participation or household income

πŸ“‹ Program-Based Eligibility

Participation in any of these programs qualifies you:

Medicaid / Medi-Cal
CalFresh (SNAP)
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Section 8 / Federal Public Housing
Veterans Pension Benefit
LIHEAP
WIC
National School Lunch (Free)
CalWORKs / TANF
Tribal TANF
BIA General Assistance
FDPIR
Tribal Head Start

πŸ’΅ Income-Based Eligibility

Based on total household income:

Federal + State Support Income at or below 135% of Federal Poverty Guidelines
State Support Only Income between 135% and 150% of Federal Poverty Guidelines
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One Per Household Rule

Federal and California law permit only one Lifeline benefit per household. A household is defined as individuals living at the same address who share income and expenses. Violation may result in fines up to $10,000 and permanent disqualification from the program.

Ready to Get Connected?

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Need Help?

Our team is here to assist you

πŸ“± SafetyNet Wireless

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Phone
1-888-224-3213 or dial 611
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Hours
Mon–Fri, 8 AM – 7 PM CST
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πŸ›οΈ California Public Utilities Commission

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