Starlink satellite internet is now sold in the UAE. The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) licensed the company on 28 August 2026, and the residential service opened on 3 September 2026 with a Dh300 monthly plan and a hardware kit from Dh1,465. This page puts the timeline, the costs and the availability questions in one place and points to the detailed guide for each.
Starlink UAE timeline
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| 28 August 2026 | TDRA grants Starlink a 10-year licence to run a public satellite network in the UAE |
| 3 September 2026 | Residential service opens: Dh300 a month with unlimited data and a 30-day trial |
| Days after launch | Some Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah addresses show “at capacity”, with a deposit waitlist |
What it costs at launch
| Item | At launch |
|---|---|
| Monthly plan | Dh300, unlimited data |
| Trial | 30 days |
| Hardware kit | From Dh1,465, with a Wi-Fi 6 router |
| Deposit | Taken at checkout and credited toward the kit; the amount shown can change once your address is verified |
Cheaper Lite and Roaming plans exist too. The full list is in our Starlink UAE price guide.
Will it work at your address?
Not always yet. Capacity is allocated by coverage area, so one building can be open while the next shows a waitlist. Enter your address on the official Starlink website before paying anything beyond the deposit. If you are waitlisted, Starlink said it could not give a date. Our capacity and waitlist guide explains the process.
Starlink or e& and du?
Starlink costs more than the home wireless plans from e& and du and is not built to replace urban fibre. It makes most sense where fixed-line choices are limited. Our Starlink vs e& and du comparison sets out who should pick which.
Frequently asked questions
Is Starlink available in the UAE?
Yes, since 3 September 2026, though some addresses are on a waitlist.
How much does Starlink cost in the UAE?
The residential plan was Dh300 a month at launch, plus a kit from Dh1,465. Prices can change, so confirm on the official site.
Who regulates it?
The TDRA, which issued the licence. Details are in our TDRA licence report.
Where to go next
- Starlink goes live in the UAE: Dh300 plan, Dh1,465 kit
- Starlink UAE prices: kit, monthly plans and deposit
- TDRA grants Starlink a 10-year UAE satellite licence
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