NEA Wireless Program

Get exclusive member savings including unlimited talk and text plans that start at just $20/month.

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Get simple, affordable wireless plans without compromising service

Low rates and great wireless service are just the beginning.

NEA member-exclusive offers. Switch plans and get $50 off every new line
Keep your current device and phone number. Or choose a new device from our selection of popular options
No contract and no activation fee
Friends and family savings. Add lines for family or friends for just $15/mo
Fee-free flexibility. Make changes to your plan and fit your needs without penalties or fees.
100% risk-free guarantee. If you’re not satisfied within 30 days of activation of your service, cancel and pay nothing, hassle-free

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Spend less, get more and stay connected

Premium nationwide 5G coverage

Consumer Cellular offers the same 5G nationwide coverage as the major carriers, for half the cost.

Flexible monthly plans, all with no contract

Unlimited talk & text start at $20/mo. Add family or friend lines for $15/mo. Members also get $50 off each new line.

Get award-winning help when you need it

Our knowledgeable, compassionate team is 100% U.S. based. Help is always just a phone call or a click away.

Choose your own device

Keep your current device and phone number or get something new. Consumer Cellular offers devices from Apple, Samsung, Motorola, and more.

How It Works

Sign up today and save

Make sure you’re signed in to your NEA Member Benefits account.
Click the “Search Wireless Plans” button above to go to the Consumer Cellular website.
Enter the NEA promo code and click “Redeem Offer.”
Select your desired phone plan and number of lines and add to your cart.
Need help? Call Consumer Cellular at (800) 969-7858 and mention the NEA promo code.

FAQs

Your questions, answered

How easy is it to switch?

Our friendly, award-winning customer service is here for you each step of the way. We’ll answer any questions you have, and you can trust that we’ll take care of switching your service from your current provider. Activation of our service is free. You can also change your Consumer Cellular plan anytime without accruing additional fees.

What is the coverage area of your network?

With Consumer Cellular, you get the same premium nationwide coverage, including 5G, as the major carriers. Plans cover just about everywhere you want to be. Check our extensive coverage map to view the service in your area.

Can I keep my phone and/or phone number?

Yes! As part of your service activation, we’ll take care of transferring your existing number from your previous carrier if you wish. While we offer a wide variety of today’s top cell phones, many existing phones are compatible with our service and can be switched simply by inserting our free SIM card.

What is included in the plans?

All calling plans include unlimited calling minutes and texts. Service includes CallerID, Call Forwarding, Call Waiting, 3-Way Conference Calling and Voicemail. Plans start at $20/mo. You can add additional lines for family and friends at $15/mo.

Do NEA members who are also AARP members qualify for additional benefits including 5% off monthly service plans or $55 for 2 lines of unlimited talk, text and data?

Yes, members can select “I am an AARP member” during the online checkout process or mention their AARP membership when calling in to redeem the AARP discount in conjunction with the NEA benefit of $50 off each new line.

Terms at https://www.consumercellular.com/aarp.

Terms & Conditions

© 2024 Consumer Cellular, Inc. All rights reserved. Terms and Conditions subject to change. New service activation on approved credit. Cellular service is not available in all areas and is subject to system limitations. For unlimited data plans, access to high-speed data will be reduced after 50GB of use, and you will experience slower speeds for the remainder of your billing cycle. Half the cost savings based on cost of Consumer Cellular’s single-line, 5GB data plan with unlimited talk and text compared to lowest cost, single-line post-paid unlimited talk, text and data plans offered by T-Mobile and Verizon, May 2023. Plan costs shown do not include any taxes and fees. Plans include a $5 monthly credit for participation in AutoPay and E-Billing. If you’re not completely satisfied within 30 days (data use is limited to 500MB) of activation of your service, cancel and pay nothing. For J.D. Power 2023 Wireless Customer Care Value Mobile Virtual Network Operator Study award information, visit jdpower.com/awards.

New and existing NEA affiliated customers receive $50 off each new line activated by December 31, 2024, applied as individual $5 credits on ten (10) monthly invoices. Promotional credits will be applied to customers account for each net new line and remain valid only for lines remaining in service. If account becomes inactive for any reason prior to receiving the full amount, remaining credits will be forfeited. Offer may be modified or discontinued at any time. Offer is stackable and not redeemable for cash, has no cash value and is not transferable or refundable.