Last Updated on December 17, 2024 by Ron D. Morgan
As a new customer on the Safelink network, you have to enroll in the free minutes and data program.
Enrollment has to do with the application process for the program. But first, you have to meet the eligibility requirements to apply.
To complete the Safelink Enrollment process, first you have to ensure you qualify for the program. After that, you complete and apply to their site. The network will either approve or reject your application.
Continue reading this post to learn how to complete the enrollment process. In the later part of the post, you will learn how to activate your new device after your application has been approved.
Safelink Wireless Enrollment Eligibility
As mentioned, to enroll in the Safelink free minutes program, you have to meet the eligibility requirements. Here is the breakdown of the requirements you have to meet to qualify for this program:
. The Safelink network service is available and stable in your location.
. You have a physical address. A homeless shelter address or P.O Box does not qualify for this
. Your household income is 135% below the poverty level provided by the Federal Government or State of residence.
. Participating in any of the government assistance programs below:
- Medicaid
- Food Stamps
- National Free School Lunch Program
- Supplemental Security Income
- Federal Housing Assistance
- Home Energy Assistance Program
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
How To Enrollment In Safelink Wireless Free Minutes Program(Application Process)
To complete the application process, follow the steps below:
. Visit the Safelink Wireless Site.
. In the session for new customers, enter your ZIP Code and click on Start.
. Fill in your details, including the last 4 digits of your Social Security Number. Click on Continue to get to the next session.
. The next page is where you enter your contact address. Note that you need a physical address to qualify. The network won’t accept a P.O. Box address or the address of a homeless shelter. Click on Continue.
. Next, you choose a device. You have the option to bring your device to the network too.
. In the session for eligibility, this is where you show details of your qualification. It can be your food stamp or any other detail you have.
. Finally, review your application and submit it.
What Happens After You Enroll For Safelink Wireless Program?
After you submit your application, the network will go through your application to determine if you qualify for the program or not. If you don’t qualify for the program, your application will be rejected.
On the other hand, if you qualify for the program, the network will send a new phone or SIM card kit (if you are bringing your phone to the network) to your address. It can take up to seven days or less to get the phone to your address.
How To Activate Safelink Phone
After you receive the Safelink phone at your address, the first thing to do is to charge the phone.
The phone comes with a charger. Plug in the phone to power and wait for the phone to be fully charged before you activate the phone.
You can activate the Safelink phone yourself online or contact customer support to complete the activation process for you.
Activate Safelink Phone Online
Follow the steps here to activate your new Safelink phone online
. Visit the Safelink Wireless Site.
. Hover your mouse on My Service options.
. Scroll down and select Activate Phone.
. Enter your Safelink Number and click on Continue. Check the SIM kit for the phone number.
. Enter other details like Safelink Enrollment Number and the phone serial number.
. Apply to complete the activation process.
Activate Safelink Phone Via Customer Support
If you think the online application process is a bit complicated for you or you have no wireless internet to complete the process, contact support.
Contact the Safelink support number at 1-800-723-3546. Before you call support, have your Safelink phone number, enrollment number, and phone serial number handy. The support person will request for these details to complete the activation process for you.
Safelink Wireless Re-Enrollment Process
Each year, the network requires you to complete a recertification process, to ensure you still qualify for the program. Check this post on how to complete the Safelink recertification process.
If you fail to complete the recertify your account, the network will de-enroll you from the program. This means that you have to re-enroll in the program if you want to continue enjoying the service.
The enrollment process is similar to the enrollment process because you have to complete the application again from scratch. Follow the enrollment steps here to complete the re-enrollment process into the program.
Further Reading
- Safelink Network Not Available
- Safelink Enrollment Number
- Safelink Change Number
- Safelink Tracking Number Not Working
- Safelink Recertification
- Safelink Port Number
- Reactivate Safelink Phone
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