Starlink Launches Satellite Internet in Vietnam at $85/Month, Premium Pricing Over Local Fiber and Mobile Rivals
SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service is set to launch in Vietnam, offering high-speed connectivity at $85 per month.
Customers will need to pay a one-time fee of $350 for the required terminal equipment.
Premium Pricing Amid Local Competition
This monthly rate exceeds local fiber optic plans, which cost around $11.40.
Mobile 4G and 5G services from Vietnamese providers range from $4 to $11.40 monthly.
The pricing structure comes from a draft plan by the Vietnam Telecommunications Authority.
Starlink Services Vietnam received its official license in February, paving the way for operations.
This entry follows Starlink's global expansion, including recent approvals in neighboring Southeast Asian markets.
Four gateways will support the network in Danang, Ho Chi Minh City, and Phu Tho provinces.
Vietnam's 25 million internet users stand to gain from enhanced rural and remote access.
The initial rollout caps at 600,000 terminal sets, signaling measured market entry.
Pricing aligns with Starlink rates in Europe, Africa, and other Southeast Asian countries.
No specific launch date has been announced, but anticipation builds for improved connectivity options.
