Vietnam has permitted SpaceX to trial its Starlink satellite internet service until the end of 2030, according to a government statement released on Mar. 26, 2025.

The trial will enable SpaceX to provide both fixed and mobile internet services across Vietnam. This includes connectivity for flights. The government has set a cap of 600,000 subscribers during the trial period. There are no restrictions on foreign ownership of the service.

It is unclear if SpaceX has applied for a formal license to operate in Vietnam. Starlink, which is available in over 120 markets globally, has not publicly commented on this decision.

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