Starlink is now available in the Philippines. The satellite internet service aims to provide high-speed, low-latency internet to areas with limited or no connectivity, such as rural and remote regions.
If you're planning to avail of Starlink internet service, well, you're in the right place. Here's everything you need to know about the Starlink internet service, its price, where to buy, and how to avail.
What is Starlink?
Starlink is an Internet Service Provider (ISP) created by Elon Musk as part of its aerospace company, SpaceX. Their aim is to provide Internet connectivity to unserved/underserved areas and as a backup to the existing infrastructure.
It uses Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, and the advantage is that this service can provide much faster speeds than other traditional satellite internet providers. Web browsing, streaming, voice/video calls, and online gaming can now be done over Starlink.
As it is a wireless/satellite infrastructure, internet connectivity may sometimes be unstable compared to wired/fiber connectivity. If you have wired connectivity in your area, use that instead of Starlink unless the infrastructure you already have is much worse.
How much is Starlink in the Philippines?
Starlink requires you to purchase a Starlink kit, priced at PHP 29,320 (VAT inclusive, shipping, taxes and customs fee included). The shipping fee is PHP 1,220.
There are four Starlink plans available for Residential/Consumer.
- Residential Plan – PHP 2,700 per month (VAT Inclusive)
- Unlimited internet
- Up to 200 Mbps download speed
- Fixed on one location.
- Starlink Roam (Regional Plan) – PHP 3,300 per month (VAT Inclusive)
- Unlimited internet
- Up to 200 Mbps download speed
- Ideal for customers travelling to locations where connectivity has been unreliable or completely unavailable.
- Allows users to pause and un-pause service based on their individual travel needs.
- Starlink Roam (Global Plan) – PHP 12,200 per month (VAT Inclusive)
- Unlimited internet
- Up to 200 Mbps download speed
- Designed for portable use at any destination where Starlink has active coverage.
- A global roaming option for customers traveling to locations where connectivity has been unreliable or completely unavailable.
- Starlink Maritime/Mobility – PHP 15,394 per month (VAT Inclusive)
- 50GB High-Speed Access Data (on sea), Unlimited "Best-Effort" Connectivity (on land and land-based water features like rivers and lakes)
Notes:
- You can change plans at any time, and you will be charged a fee (depending on the option you choose).
- Previously, for Residential Plans, you could add the Portability option (you can bring equipment outside your residence) for an additional PHP 600 per month. This was removed as of April 28, 2023. However, if you are an existing Portability user, this is not disabled. But if you remove the portability option, you won't be able to avail yourself of it again.
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What's included in the Starlink kit?
It includes Starlink (the satellite dish), a WiFi router, a power supply, cables, and a base.
Where can I buy Starlink in the Philippines?
There is only one official way to avail of Starlink in the Philippines. Buy only at https://ift.tt/LFSh1ga.
How can I pay?
- You can pay your Starlink kit and monthly fee via Credit and Debit Cards. It must be either a Visa/Mastercard/American Express card.
- You cannot use debit cards that are local only (i.e., Bancnet only, no Visa/Mastercard/AMEX logo).
- No Credit Card? You can easily open a digital bank account and get a Debit Visa/Mastercard card. Options include Maya, GCash, Tonik Digital Bank, GoTyme, CIMB and Uno Bank. You may opt to use your existing banks; just remember to enable Internet/Online payment so that there will be no issues during payment.
- Take note that sometimes, if Starlink uses their international payment provider and not a local payment processor like PayMongo, additional bank fees may apply. Add additional credits (around 2% of total kit price+shipping).
Does Starlink have data capping/throttling?
- As of this writing, for Philippine Residential Plans, no data capping/throttling right now. However, this is subject to change depending on the use of the service.
- For Business/Enterprise Plans, yes, there is, depending on the availed plan (500GB/1TB/3TB). Once consumed, you will be stuck to 1 Mbps Upload/Download until the end of the billing cycle.
- For full details, here's the link for Starlink Fair Use Policy (FUP) Document for the Philippines: https://ift.tt/FAy4bMf.
Is there any contract required?
Starlink has no contract or lockup period. However, due to the nature of no contracts, Starlink can unilaterally change their fees, whatever they want. Just like what happened to the US as depending on their area, prices increase or decrease depending if it is overcapacity in their area.
What speeds can you get in Starlink? How many Mbps?
The download speed ranges from 50 to 200 Mbps at a given time. Given it is a wireless/satellite internet connection, this is not guaranteed and may fluctuate, depending on if there are any obstructions in the area.
Can I buy accessories for my kit?
You can buy accessories at https://ift.tt/RktosP0 after buying the main kit.
Is there any LAN port on the router?
There is no LAN port. You need to buy the Ethernet Adapter kit (Php 3,200) at the Starlink Shop site.
How long can you get the kit after ordering?
Usually, the delivery time will take 2 to 4 weeks due to order backlogs and customs/NTC permits.
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*This article was updated to reflect the latest information made available.
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