Starlink has officially flipped the switch in Bangladesh. Elon Musk‘s satellite internet service is now live across the country, a top government advisor announced Friday at a hotel in Dhaka.
The official, Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb, called it a “technological achievement” under the guidance of Dr. Muhammad Yunus and said it promises to connect remote and underserved communities like never before.
A delegation from Starlink attended the launch event. Lauren Dreyer, Vice President of Business Operations, and Richard Griffiths, Director of International Strategy and Government Relations, spoke about the speed of deployment and the importance of connectivity.
“While many nations deliberate, Bangladesh acted,” Dreyer said. “By embracing connectivity as a foundation for human potential, you have positioned your nation as a model for others to follow.”
She noted that discussions between Starlink and Bangladeshi authorities began only a few months ago. Final approvals were completed in May, and the first users were connected soon after.
“This is not just about satellites,” she added. “We are launching opportunities—opportunities for remote learning, telemedicine, digital entrepreneurship, and inclusive growth.”
Starlink has received a 10-year Satellite Operator Licence and Radio Communication Operators Licence from the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC).
The company will offer two subscription plans to users:
- Starlink Residential: Tk6,000 per month for unlimited access with speeds up to 300 Mbps
- Starlink Lite: Tk4,200 per month for continuous access at lower speeds
To use the service, customers must purchase a setup kit priced at Tk42,000. It includes a satellite receiver dish, router, power supply, and installation equipment.
Dreyer thanked local partners including Felicity IDC and Bangladesh Satellite Company Limited, pointing to the importance of collaboration between international technology providers and local stakeholders.
“Connectivity should be a right, not a privilege,” she said. “The future we are building together belongs to every person in Bangladesh who will now have access to the boundless opportunities that connectivity provides.”
The formal launch followed about three months of trial operations. Starlink has completed its rollout, making the service accessible to customers across the country.
