Puerto Rico

Free iPhone from Government in Puerto Rico

Lifeline-supported wireless assistance is available to eligible residents of Puerto Rico. Which participating providers operate here, and whether any currently offer a free or discounted iPhone, depends on provider participation and inventory — check your eligibility to see the next step.

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Puerto Rico at a Glance

Federal Program

Lifeline is active in Puerto Rico and every U.S. state and territory, under the same FCC rules nationwide.

Typical Benefit

Up to $9.25 off your monthly bill, or up to $34.25 on qualifying Tribal lands.

ACP Status

The Affordable Connectivity Program ended June 1, 2024. Lifeline is the current active program.

Who May Qualify in Puerto Rico

The same federal Lifeline rules apply in Puerto Rico as everywhere else. You only need to qualify through one of two routes.

Income-Based Eligibility

Households with income at or below 135% of the federal poverty guidelines for their size may qualify.

Program-Based Eligibility

Participation in SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, Federal Public Housing Assistance, Veterans Pension, or a qualifying Tribal program.

How to Apply in Puerto Rico

The same three steps apply here as everywhere in the country.

1

Check Eligibility

Answer a few quick questions with our free checker to see where you stand.

2

Apply & Verify

Apply through the official National Verifier or directly with a participating provider.

3

Review Your Offer

Once approved, review the plan and any device offer from your chosen provider.

Ready to Check Your Eligibility in Puerto Rico?

It only takes a couple of minutes to see where you stand — no signup, nothing saved.

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Disclaimer: iphonegovfree.org/ is an independent, privately operated informational resource, not the U.S. government, the FCC, USAC, or any state agency, and this page does not list every provider participating in Puerto Rico. We do not guarantee approval, a specific device, or any provider offer. The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) ended on June 1, 2024, and is no longer active.