Starlink problems in June 2026
158 Starlink problems were reported in June 2026 across 47 countries. Most reports came from Australia, Belgium, Russia. The most common type was regulatory & licensing.
By country
Courts and regulators this month
Regulatory & licensing
Starlink entry into Nepal stalled over foreign ownership cap
Starlink told Nepal's communications minister it would launch only with 100% ownership of its local licence. Nepal's telecom policy caps foreign ownership at 80%.
2 sources
- Ekantipur1 Jun 2026
- ShareSansar3 Jun 2026
India freezes Starlink approval over security concerns after use in Iran war: Full story in 5 points
6 sources
- Stocktwits9 Jun 2026
- India Today9 Jun 2026
- Livemint9 Jun 2026
- Deccan Chronicle9 Jun 2026
- The Express Tribune9 Jun 2026
- India Today10 Jun 2026
Russian lawmakers extend ban to sale and use of unauthorised satellite gear
The State Duma approved amendments banning the use and sale of foreign satellite equipment without Russian frequency authorisation, mainly targeting Starlink terminals, with marketplaces removing listings.
Starlink licensing in India stuck amidst geopolitical strains
1 source
- BusinessLine10 Jun 2026
एलन मस्क को झटका: सुरक्षा एजेंसियों ने स्टारलिंक की मंजूरी रोकी; चीन के बाद अब भारत का दरवाजा भी बंद!
2 sources
- Amar Ujala10 Jun 2026
- The Lallantop10 Jun 2026
В России запретили ввоз и продажу оборудования Starlink
1 source
- Frank Media10 Jun 2026
The sale of Starlink terminals has been permanently banned in Russia
1 source
- UA.NEWS10 Jun 2026
Conflicting reports that India put Starlink launch on hold over security clearance
Bloomberg reported that the Home Affairs ministry had withheld final clearances for Starlink's commercial launch. A Starlink executive called the report misleading and said talks were on track.
1 source
- Advanced Television11 Jun 2026
No Starlink licence application in SA yet
1 source
- ITWeb15 Jun 2026
Why Starlink has not applied for a licence in South Africa
1 source
- MyBroadband16 Jun 2026
US hails Iraq’s decision to finalize operating license for Starlink
1 source
- IraqiNews17 Jun 2026
Iraq Approves Starlink License in Boost to Digital Transformation
1 source
- Kurdistan2417 Jun 2026
Namibia regulator rejects Starlink appeal over licensing decision
7 sources
- Reuters22 Jun 2026
- TimesLIVE23 Jun 2026
- Namibia Economist23 Jun 2026
- Broadcast Media Africa23 Jun 2026
- NewVision.co.ug23 Jun 2026
- Developing Telecoms23 Jun 2026
- TechAfrica News23 Jun 2026
Starlink fails to overturn CRAN licence decision
3 sources
- Windhoek Observer22 Jun 2026
- Windhoek Observer23 Jun 2026
- Informante23 Jun 2026
Israel smuggled Starlink system into Iran, ex-PM admits
3 sources
- The Times of India23 Jun 2026
- Dawn24 Jun 2026
- IDNFinancials24 Jun 2026
Israel smuggled Starlink systems into Iran, former PM says
3 sources
- Al-Monitor23 Jun 2026
- Iran International23 Jun 2026
- Middle East Eye24 Jun 2026
CRAN dismisses all requests to reconsider its refusal of Starlink's licence
Namibia's regulator CRAN upheld its March 2026 refusal, citing non-compliance with ownership and control rules in section 46 of the Communications Act. Of 624 public reconsideration requests, 622 failed procedural requirements and two raised no new facts; Starlink's own application was filed late.
1 source
- The Namibian Economist23 Jun 2026
Namibian regulator rejects Starlink again
1 source
- Connecting Africa24 Jun 2026
Globe secures NTC permit for Starlink satellite service
1 source
- BusinessMirror29 Jun 2026
Pricing & price hikes
Nuevos precios de Starlink en la Argentina para junio de 2026
2 sources
- Ambito7 Jun 2026
- Bahía César13 Jun 2026
Los precios de Starlink tienen letra pequeña. Una que te hará pagar 10 euros más cada mes
2 sources
- Xataka Móvil10 Jun 2026
- La Razón11 Jun 2026
Despite Price Increases, Starlink App Downloads Continue to Soar
1 source
- PCMag10 Jun 2026
Preiserhöhung: Neukunden müssen Miete für Starlink-Hardware zahlen
1 source
- Golem10 Jun 2026
New UK Starlink customers charged extra £10 monthly kit fee
Starlink added a £10
Monthly Kit Fee
for new UK residential customers renting the dish, which ISPreview said effectively raised the advertised £40 entry plan to £50.1 source
- ISPreview10 Jun 2026
Starlink is now $15 per month more expensive for new customers
1 source
- WhistleOut11 Jun 2026
Starlink: Neukunden zahlen nun monatlich 10 Euro Kit-Gebühr
1 source
- connect.de11 Jun 2026
Starlink 提高價格並取消硬件直接購買選項 轉向租賃模式
1 source
- Techritual11 Jun 2026
Starlink adds $15 monthly hardware rental fee for new Australian residential customers
WhistleOut reported that Starlink began charging new Australian residential customers a $15 monthly kit rental fee, after previously marketing a $0 rental. This effectively raised entry plans to $90 a month.
1 source
- WhistleOut11 Jun 2026
New Starlink customers in Portugal charged €10 monthly to rent equipment
Starlink began charging new Portuguese customers €10 a month to rent the antenna previously lent free, taking the entry residential plan to €35; existing subscribers were not affected.
Starlink fait grimper ses tarifs pour les nouveaux abonnés
1 source
- Le Café du Geek15 Jun 2026
'억대 설치비' 스타링크, 항공사가 소비자에게 요금 전가 못 하는 이유
1 source
- 위키리크스한국16 Jun 2026
Kritik Monopoli Starlink: Kenaikan Harga di Tengah Minimnya Pesaing
1 source
- Telset.id21 Jun 2026
Preissteigerungen: Starlink stuft Nutzer bei Tarifen hoch
1 source
- BornCity25 Jun 2026
Starlink Pricing: Are You Paying Too Much?
1 source
- CableTV.com25 Jun 2026
Starlink raises Czech prices and ends free hardware for new customers
Starlink raised Czech residential prices (e.g. Residential 100 from 699 to 745 CZK) and roaming plans, and new customers must now pay 210 CZK a month to rent equipment.
1 source
- E15 / Živě.cz25 Jun 2026
Nga sẽ “giật sập” thế độc tôn Starlink bằng vệ tinh Rassvet?
1 source
- CafeF27 Jun 2026
Starlink hausse le ton face à l'Europe - 29/06
1 source
- BFM29 Jun 2026
Hardware & equipment
Starlink maakt schotel niet langer gratis beschikbaar
1 source
- ICT/Magazine10 Jun 2026
Nieuwe klanten van Starlink betalen 10 euro huur voor schotel
1 source
- TechPulse10 Jun 2026
Lawsuits & court cases
Hundreds challenge CRAN ruling on Starlink application
1 source
- Informanté9 Jun 2026
Namibia deals Starlink another blow, rejects Starlink appeal
4 sources
- eNCA23 Jun 2026
- Drive Tesla Canada23 Jun 2026
- ITWeb Africa23 Jun 2026
- Techpoint Africa24 Jun 2026
Starlink fight can continue in High Court – lawyer
1 source
- The Namibian -29 Jun 2026
Consumer complaints
The Starlink Problem. Things don’t quite look right.
1 source
- Medium3 Jun 2026
【報道】Starlink、米国で「携帯電話事業」に参入か〜消費者への直接販売を検討中
1 source
- Touch Lab27 Jun 2026
5 Common Problems With Starlink Internet
1 source
- SlashGear29 Jun 2026
Scams & fraud
Lebanese regulator investigates unauthorised Starlink pre-order offer
A newly created firm, Lebanon Net, advertised Starlink pre-orders in June 2026 although Starlink had not launched commercially. The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority said residential subscriptions are not permitted and opened an investigation.
1 source
- SMEX17 Aug 2026
Rescue group Topos warns of fraudsters using its name to solicit Starlink equipment
Mexican rescue brigade Topos said requests circulating in its name for donations of Starlink internet equipment and tools were false and urged the public to verify appeals only through official channels.
1 source
- Publimetro27 Jun 2026
Speed & performance
Wizz Air, accordo con Starlink: voli con internet ad alta velocità a bordo. Cosa cambia
2 sources
- Torino Cronaca8 Jun 2026
- Sky TG2410 Jun 2026
Starlink network performance in Kenya worsens amid congestion
1 source
- Business Daily18 Jun 2026
Starlink average speeds in Kenya reported to fall 26% amid congestion
Citing Ookla data, Business Daily reported that Starlink's average speed in Kenya fell to 34.55 Mbps in March 2026, down from 47 Mbps a year earlier. The paper linked the drop to strain from a growing customer base.
1 source
- Business Daily Africa18 Jun 2026
Billing & refunds
Account & policy changes
Starlink stops selling residential dishes outright, moving new customers to rental
Starlink removed the option to buy Residential hardware directly from its US website, requiring new residential customers to rent the kit monthly, according to 9to5Google.
1 source
- 9to5Google10 Jun 2026
「ロシアざまあみろ」スターリンクの利用制限で戦場は混乱 日本なら有事の際どうする?小泉防衛相の答えは
1 source
- J-CAST ニュース25 Jun 2026
Customer support
Starlink sacrifica ARPU para crescer. Mas até onde pode ir?
1 source
- TeleSíntese10 Jun 2026







