Starlink Is Now Available In 48 Countries (Full List)

Last updated on September 13th, 2023 at 10:21 am

What is Starlink’s available countries list?

Starlink-supported countries are the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Nigeria, The Netherlands, Greece, Kenya, Colombia, and other countries around the world while the company continues to expand its coverage.

Starlink is now available in 48 countries around the World, thanks to Elon Musk who tweeted on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, that the satellite-based internet service provider is now for sale in Kenya. Buying a Starlink with global roaming allows users to travel almost anywhere.

For millions of excited people around the world keep asking: “Is Starlink available near me?” In this post, we cover countries where Starlink is available worldwide and the date they joined the satellite-based internet.

What is Starlink?

Starlink is a satellite-based internet constellation that provides internet access to 47 countries around the world (at the time of publication).

The satellite-based internet service is operated by SpaceX, a company owned by American billionaire Elon Musk.

The launch of Starlink began in 2019 with its small satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO), that communicate with designated ground transceivers.

Launch of Starlink around the world

North America is the first continent where SpaceX Starlink was launched in August 2020, the United States being the first country to connect with the product.

The United Kingdom (UK) is the first country in Europe where Startlink was launched in January 2021 while New Zealand is the first in Oceania.

In the South American continent, Chile is the first while Iran is the first to enjoy Starlink in Asia in September 2022.

Nigeria is the first African country to enjoy Starlink internet connection which debuted on January 30, 2023.

Although, the SpaceX founder hinted that Nigeria (A west African country) and Mozambique (a Southern African country) got the approval the same day.

Here are the 47 countries, 6 continents where Startlink is operational:

1. United States

On October 27, 2020, Starlink went live in the United States with emails sent out to those who had earlier shown interest in the satellite internet service. It was called the “Better Than Nothing” beta for the first set of users in the U.S.

One of those who received the email confirmed it through a screenshot he excitedly shared it on reddit, “I just officially received an email invite to the Starlink beta.”

“As you can tell from the title, we are trying to lower your initial expectations.”

Expect to see data speeds vary from 50Mbps to 150Mbps and latency from 20ms to 40ms over the next several months as we enhance the Starlink system. There will also be brief periods of no connectivity at all.

As we launch more satellites, install more ground stations, and improve our networking software, data speed, latency, and uptime will improve dramatically. For latency, we expect to achieve 16ms to 19ms by summer 2021.

The Starlink phased-array user terminal, which is more advanced than what’s in fighter jets, plus mounting tripod and Wi-Fi router, costs $499 and the monthly subscription costs $99.

If this sounds good to you, then order here.

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Starlink Team

Cost of Starlink in the US

Starlink offers three different packages in the United States:

1. Starlink internet
2. Starlink RV
3. Starlink Business

Starlink internet

• Hardware: 599 USD
• Monthly access: 110 USD

Starlink RV

• Kit: 599 USD
• Monthly subscription: 135 USD

Starlink Business

• Hardware: 2,500 USD
• Monthly access: 500 USD

2. Canada

On Wednesday, January 20, 2021, Starlink was live in some areas in Canada such as Ontario, Alberta, and Manitoba, reported Teslanorth.com

And other Canadian locations began to join the satellite internet connectivity with subscribers in Saskatchewan, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and British Columbia receiving notifications to join.

What is the cost of Starlink in Canada?

• Hardware: 759 CAD
• Monthly subscription: 140 CAD

3. United Kingdom

On Monday, January 11, 2021, some UK residents who had signed up for the beta reported they started surfing the internet on this day, although some of them had received their Starlink kit as early as December 31, 2020, according to a report by Business Insider Africa.

This means terrestrial internet providers like BT Group and traditional satellite companies such as OneWeb have to step up their game to retain their existing customers.

The unique selling point of Starlink where it is available is the download speed, though quite expensive.

What is the cost of Starlink in the UK?

• Hardware: £529
• Monthly subscription: £89
• Shipping fee: £55

4. Germany

Satellite-based internet provider Starlink started rolling out in Germany on the night of March 9, 2021.

Space editor at Ars Technica and the author of Liftoff: Elon Musk and the Desperate Early Days That Launched SpaceX, Eric Berger, tweeted:

“In advance of this evening’s planned launch, SpaceX says it is beginning Starlink service in Germany and New Zealand this week, and will expand its existing service in the UK.”

@SciGuySpace

5. New Zealand

The first Starlink internet speed test went live in New Zealand in March 2021 with a download speed as high as 148 megabits per second.

As against their traditional internet connection which offers download speeds of 19 50Mbps, Starlink New Zealand is super fast, says 9 and 3 YouTube channel that posted on video installation guide.

6. Australia

With the official public update about the availability of Starlink in Australia on March 29, 2021, it was obvious that Aussie who could afford the satellite-based internet provider would have added another option to the existing ones.

This means that Australians in any part of the country – low and remote-density areas and people living in the cities – can now order Starlink is now available to deliver service Australia-wide.

What is the cost of Starlink in Australia?

• Hardware: 924 AUD
• Monthly subscription: 139 AUD
• Shipping fee: 150 AUD

Meanwhile, the company announced a 50% discount until New Year’s Eve on November 12, 2022.

7. France:

The satellite-based internet service was made available for France on May 7, 2021, in an update that residents could order.

What is the cost of Startlink in France?

• Hardware: €499 reduced to €450
• Monthly subscription: €99 but now €50
• Shipping fee: €59

Is Starlink available in the Maldives?

No, but the high-speed internet access will be available to all parts of the country as well as sea-faring vessels any moment from now, following the issuance of an ISP Licence to Starlink Services Maldives (the local entity set up by Starlink) by the South Asian country on Thursday, August 24, 2023.

Maldivian technology minister Aminath Shauna handed over the licence to SpaceX Senior Director Global Licensing and Activation Ryan Goodnight at a special ceremony held at the National Centre for Information Technology.

So, Starlink will begin operation in Maldives very, we’ll keep you updated.

Can I use Starlink in my area?

Below is the complete list of countries where Starlink is available for use and order

How to check the availability of Starlink in your location:

Starlink is your best option here.

Usually, there a list of coverage is posted by SpaceX Twitter handle @SpaceX, however, you can also enter your address in the search bar on Starlink Map: starlink.com/map and hit the search button.

Conclusion:

Notably, SpaceX announced the availability of Starlink Business in France, Italy, Germany, and the United Kingdom on September 12, 2022.

With the launch of Starlink in all the continents (except Antarctica where there is no human presence unless for a research stay), SpaceX’s long-term mission will definitely improve internet access, especially at the local remote areas.

Note: This list of countries where Starlink is available will be updated as SpaceX continues to expand its coverage.

References

1. Jon Brodkin (October 27, 2020). “SpaceX Starlink public beta begins: It’s $99 a month plus $500 up front”. arstechnica.com
2. Starlink. (2023, February 4). In Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Starlink
3. Elon Musk (February 2022). “Starlink service is now active in Ukraine. More terminals en route”. twitter.com/elonmusk