Mobile Phones

Phone bills have a habit of quietly creeping up — contracts roll over, prices rise, and most people never bother to check if they’re still on a good deal. This category pulls together mobile phone deals from trusted networks and retailers for the armed forces community: serving personnel, veterans, reservists and their families. Compare quickly and move on.

EE Mobile Phones is one of the most popular networks for the forces community — solid coverage across the UK including remote garrison areas, with deals that regularly make it worth a look. If you’re after a handset or accessories, Currys is a sensible first stop before you commit to an upgrade. Microsoft’s device range is also worth a glance if you’re in the market for something from their lineup.

Every deal listed here gets reviewed and refreshed on a rolling basis. Stale offers get pulled.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a mobile phone military discount actually exist?

Yes — several networks and retailers do offer genuine reductions for the armed forces community. EE is probably the best-known, with a verified discount for serving personnel, veterans and reservists. Beyond that, plenty of retailers run promotions worth checking even without a forces-specific label.

Who qualifies for a mobile phone military discount?

It varies by provider. Most of what’s on this site is open to serving personnel across all three services, veterans, reservists and, in a fair number of cases, immediate family. The eligibility details are spelled out on each retailer page, so you know before you click.

Do Armed Forces get mobile phone discounts?

Several networks and retailers featured here run deals and promotions for serving personnel, veterans and their families. The individual retailer pages carry the latest detail on what’s available and how to claim.

Are mobile discounts available to veterans as well as serving personnel?

Yes — offers on this site extend to the wider armed forces community. Veterans and families are included, not just those currently in uniform.

Can I find SIM-only deals as well as handset contracts?

Absolutely. SIM-only plans, pay monthly contracts and outright handset purchases are all covered. Have a browse through the deals listed below to see what’s available right now.

Are the deals kept up to date?

Yes. Offers get checked and refreshed on a regular basis. If something looks stale or a code isn’t working as expected, get in touch and we’ll sort it.

Is it worth switching networks to get a military discount?

Depends on where you are in your contract. If you’re out of term or coming up to renewal, it’s worth comparing properly rather than just rolling over. A meaningful percentage off your monthly airtime adds up over a two-year deal — often more than you’d expect.

Can I use a military discount on a phone upgrade?

Some retailers extend their military discount to handset upgrades as well as new sign-ups. Others keep it to airtime or SIM-only. The retailer pages on this site break down exactly what the discount applies to.

What networks offer military discounts in the UK?

EE runs arguably the most visible forces discount programme of any UK network. Other networks and mobile retailers launch promotions periodically — this category gets updated as new ones land, so bookmark it before your next upgrade comes around.

Do I need to verify my military status to claim a mobile discount?

Almost always, yes. The method varies — some networks handle it via their customer service team, others through their own online process. The steps are laid out on each individual retailer page.

Can reservists claim a mobile phone military discount?

Yes. Reservists qualify for the majority of deals listed here. Where a specific offer doesn’t extend to reservists, that’s flagged clearly on the retailer page so there’s no ambiguity.

Are there deals for military families on mobile phones?

Several networks do include family members — EE gives out multiple discount codes per account specifically so savings can be passed on. Check the individual retailer pages for the detail on family eligibility.

Can I find refurbished phone deals through Forces Discount Offers?

Yes. Retailers like Mozillion focus on refurbished handsets and SIM-only deals, which can offer solid value compared with brand-new contracts — worth a look if you want a capable handset without paying full price.

Are there TV and broadband deals alongside mobile?

Yes — if you’re looking to bundle or just compare on a different service, the TV & Broadband deals section covers providers regularly used by forces families.