SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service is now officially available in Kazakhstan, marking a major milestone in the country’s efforts to expand digital connectivity.
Launch Details
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As of August 13, 2025, Starlink has officially begun providing satellite internet access to residents across Kazakhstan.
- This follows a formal agreement signed on June 12, 2025, between the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation, and Aerospace Industry of Kazakhstan and Starlink. The agreement ensures full compliance with local telecommunications and information security regulations.
What This Means for Kazakhstan
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Previously, Starlink was operating solely in pilot mode, offering limited service exclusively to rural schools. Common citizens could not officially access the service.
- With the new agreement, citizens, institutions, and government agencies will soon be able to legally purchase, register, and use Starlink terminals.
- The rollout is a central component of Kazakhstan’s "Affordable Internet" initiative under President Tokayev’s directive to bridge the digital divide, especially in remote areas where traditional infrastructure is limited or impractical.
- The service will target rural schools, healthcare facilities, mobile units, and remote infrastructure sites—locations where fiber-optic connections are difficult or cost-prohibitive.
Background Success
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Prior to full public launch, Starlink connectivity had already reached 447 rural schools by April 2024, with plans to expand further as part of ongoing pilot programs.
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