True Wireless in Kansas — free Lifeline phone & plan
KS AT&T / T-Mobile Free smartphone 8 GB / mo
True Wireless is one of the 21 Lifeline-approved wireless carriers operating in Kansas. The carrier — a service of True Wireless LLC — has been a USAC-designated Eligible Telecommunications Carrier since 2012 and runs on the AT&T / T-Mobile cellular network. Kansas households that qualify for Lifeline by income or by participating in SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, Federal Public Housing, or the Veterans Pension can sign up for $0/month service plus a free Android smartphone.
The True Wireless Kansas Lifeline plan
Kansas Lifeline customers on True Wireless get the carrier's standard nationwide plan: 8 GB of high-speed mobile data, unlimited domestic talk and text, and 2 GB of mobile hotspot. Calls and messages to U.S. numbers are included; international calling requires a paid add-on. Voicemail, 911, and basic call features are included at no cost.
The free smartphone shipped to Kansas applicants is described as: Free smartphone. Devices are unlocked at the time they ship and pre-loaded with the carrier's account management app.
Eligibility — what Kansas households need to qualify
The Kansas Lifeline rules mirror the federal standard. You qualify if any of the following are true:
- Household income at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines — currently $21,008 for one person and $43,680 for a family of four in Kansas.
- Anyone in your household participates in SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, Federal Public Housing, or the Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit.
How to enroll in True Wireless from Kansas
- Verify eligibility. Visit nv.fcc.gov/lifeline and complete the National Verifier application.
- Receive your Application ID. Approval is instant when your SNAP or Medicaid status is in a connected state database; otherwise expect a 5–10 business-day review of your uploaded documents.
- Sign up with True Wireless. Go to https://www.truewireless.com or call 1-877-832-1979. Provide your Application ID and Kansas address.
- Pick a device. Choose a free Android phone or, if eligible, opt into a paid upgrade. BYOP (bring your own phone) is also supported with a AT&T / T-Mobile-compatible device.
- Activate & use. Your phone arrives pre-activated within 5–10 business days. Service starts on day one.
Compare with other Kansas Lifeline carriers
True Wireless is one option among the 21 Lifeline carriers serving Kansas. Pricing is identical ($0/month after the federal subsidy), so the choice usually comes down to network coverage in your area, monthly data allowance, and the device the carrier ships. Compare side by side on the Kansas Lifeline page.
FAQ — True Wireless in Kansas
Does True Wireless operate in Kansas?
Yes. True Wireless is a USAC-approved Lifeline carrier serving qualifying low-income households throughout Kansas. The carrier delivers service on the AT&T / T-Mobile network, with coverage matching AT&T / T-Mobile's footprint in Kansas.
What does the True Wireless Kansas Lifeline plan include?
8 GB of monthly mobile data, unlimited talk and text, and 2 GB of mobile hotspot tethering — all for $0/month after the federal Lifeline credit is applied. New customers in Kansas also receive a free Android smartphone with enrollment.
How do I apply for True Wireless in Kansas?
Apply at the federal National Verifier (nv.fcc.gov/lifeline), receive your Application ID, then enroll with True Wireless at https://www.truewireless.com.
Will I get a free phone with True Wireless in Kansas?
Yes — True Wireless ships a free Android smartphone to approved Kansas households. Model availability varies by region and inventory.
For more on choosing the right Lifeline carrier, see our carrier selection guide and the broader eligibility overview.