Tribal Lifeline Program
Cellcom wants to help you stay connected no matter the circumstances. That’s why we offer discounted plan options through with the Tribal Lifeline program. Plus, you can get a free phone!
Tribal Lifeline is a government assistance program that lowers the monthly cost of wireless and broadband plans for those who live on Tribal lands. Your first step is to get approved by the Lifeline program. It’s quick and easy to apply, click here to start the process!
Need help? We are here for you! Give us a call at 800-236-0055 or visit your local Cellcom store for application assistance or to find the best plan for you!
Wireless Rate Plans
Tribal Lifeline Unlimited
High-Speed Data, Unlimited Talk & Text, and Wi-Fi Calling
for as low as $5/mo.
Unlimited High-Speed Data | Talk/Text | Monthly Charge * | |
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Smartphone or Basic | 5GB | Unlimited | $5 * |
50GB | Unlimited | $20 * |
*Pricing includes $35.00/month Lifeline discount and $10/month autopay and paperless bill discount.
Data speeds will automatically slow to a maximum of 512 Kbps for the remainder of the bill cycle when each line reaches its high-speed data allotment.
Add a Smartwatch - $10/line/mo. (includes 5GB of High-Speed Data)
Plus, get a free Phone! *
*Select phones available for free with a Flex 36 agreement, model may vary. Credit check required. Only available on postpaid plan.
Prepaid Tribal Lifeline Unlimited
No Contract, Unlimited High-Speed Data, Unlimited Talk & Text, and Wi-Fi Calling
for as low as $10/mo.
Unlimited High-Speed Data | Talk/Text | Monthly Charge * | |
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Smartphone or Basic | 5GB | Unlimited | $10 * |
50GB | Unlimited | $25 * |
*Pricing includes $35.00/month Lifeline discount and $5/month autopay and paperless bill discount.
Add a Smartwatch - $15/line/mo. (includes 3GB of High-Speed Data*)
Data speeds will automatically slow to a maximum of 512 Kbps for the remainder of the bill cycle when each line reaches its high-speed data allotment.
High-Speed Home Internet
Find out here if Cellcom's High-Speed internet is available in your area.
Tribal Lifeline
$49.95/month $15.70/month*
- Unlimited data - no data overages
- Streaming on multiple devices
- High-speed internet
- Wi-Fi included
- No contract required
*Pricing includes $5/month autopay and paperless bill discount and $5/month home internet and Cellcom wireless service bundle discount.
Cellcom may slow data speeds in areas where there is network congestion until that congestion is relieved.
See Important Information for more details. Services and plans not available at all addresses. You must contact us to confirm availability and eligibility for the service and/or plan.
Broadband Facts
Nsighttel Wireless LLCCellcom Home Internet (No Contract)
Fixed Broadband Consumer Disclosure
Monthly Price $59.95
This monthly price is an introductory rate | No |
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Time the introductory rate applies | NA |
Monthly price after the introductory rate | NA |
Length of contract | NA |
Link to Terms of Contract NA |
Additional Charges & Terms
Provider Monthly Fees
- Regulatory & Other Recovery Fee
- $4.78
- Gateway
- $7.95
One-Time Purchase Fees
- Installation Fee
- $110.00
Early Termination Fee
NA
Government Taxes
Varies
Discounts & Bundles
Speeds Provided with Plan
Typical Download Speed | 120 Mbps |
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Typical Upload Speed | 10 Mbps |
Typical Latency | 34 ms |
Data Included with Monthly Price Unlimited
Charges for Additional Data Usage | NA |
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Network Management
Privacy
What is Lifeline and How to Qualify?
Lifeline is a federally subsidized government program that provides discounts on wireless services to qualified low-income individuals.
To qualify for Lifeline, you must participate in one of the following Federal programs or through your income. To qualify for Tribal Lifeline, you must live on Tribal lands AND participate in one of the following Federal programs or through your income.
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Medicaid
- Federal Public Housing Assistance
- Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit Programs
- Tribal-specific programs: Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance, Tribally-Administered Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TTANF), Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR), Head Start
- Income at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines
Lifeline is limited to one eligible discount per household. Fill out the Household Worksheet here. Please see below for terms and conditions.
How to Apply
Applying for Lifeline is easy! Follow the steps below or give us a call at 800-236-0055 for assistance.
Step 1: Qualify for Lifeline
Apply with the Lifeline National Verifier using your full name, date of birth, last four digits of your Social Security Number or Tribal identification number, and home address.
Click here for the paper application.
If you cannot print the application, please call 800-236-0055 and we will mail an application to you or stop in a Cellcom retail store.
Step 2: Sign up for Service
Next, once you qualify, stop into your local Cellcom retail store to discuss the right Lifeline Plan for you! Be sure to bring the information used to sign up and your Application ID.
Recertification - USAC will check to confirm you still qualify for Lifeline annually. If USAC cannot confirm you still qualify, you will receive communication in the mail to help you recertify. One benefit per household - only one discount is allowed per household. Click here to learn what is considered a “household”. Lifeline service may not be transferred to any other individual. Please notify Cellcom within 30 days if you have an address change, no longer qualify for Lifeline, or if another person in your household gets Lifeline.
No longer qualify for Lifeline anymore? If you no longer qualify for the Lifeline program, give us a call and we can help you chose another plan that fits your needs or visit Plans | Cellcom.