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Starlink's planned entry into Nigeria is no longer breaking news. Elon Musk himself made the announcement in May via his Twitter account.
For those who don't know, Starlink is an Internet service provider (ISP) that SpaceX owns and runs. Through low earth orbit (LEO) satellites, this corporation offers internet connectivity. The internet service provider is expanding quickly on a global scale. Over 1,500 of the 2,000 satellites launched by Starlink—which is currently accessible in 32 nations around the world—are in operational orbit.
The purpose of Starlink is to make it simpler for places that are off the grid and in rural areas to get internet connection. It seems sense that Starlink is starting in Nigeria and Mozambique in light of this.
In this article, we'll walk you through how to sign preorder Starlink in Nigeria and gain unrestricted internet access.
HOW TO PREORDER STARLINK IN NIGERIA
You must first place a preorder for Starlink. You must pay $99 in advance. To reserve the Starlink equipment, a one-time deposit (completely refundable) must be placed on the Starlink website. However, we want to let you know that there are now some restrictions on Nigerian debit cards, so it can be challenging for you to make a purchase.
HOW TO BYPASS INTERNATIONAL SPENDING LIMIT IN NIGERIA DEBIT CARDS DURING ORDERING OF STARLINK.
It's not difficult to exceed the foreign spending limit, and you can now shop more online thanks to digital banks and dollar accounts. Check out the 3 simple ways we've listed below to get around Nigeria's international spending limit.
Method 1: Using Chippercash USD Virtual Card
One of the best ways to avoid Nigeria's mandated overseas spending limit is to use the Chippercash USD Virtual Card. You can use this pre-funded, reloadable virtual card to complete any type of transaction. It's a card that can be used both domestically and abroad; even streaming services like Netflix and app shops like the Google Play Store accept it.
You must have a Chipper wallet account and be a registered user before you can purchase a Chipper USD Virtual Card. The advantages of utilizing a Chipper USD Virtual Card are listed below.
Advantages of Using the Chipper USD Virtual Card:
It is permitted on well-known websites like Netflix, Apple, Spotify, Google, Alibaba's Ali Express, Amazon, Fashion Nova, Shein, STARLINK website etc.
- $1000 is the daily spending limit.
- $5000 is its maximum monthly spending limit.
Please follow the easy instructions below to learn how to use the Chipper USD Virtual Card to get around the overseas spending link during ordering of Starlink internet.
1. Install the Chipper Cash app on your Android or iOS device by clicking the buttons
2. Launch the app after it has been downloaded and installed on your smartphone, then register an account using either your email address or phone number.
3. Fill in the necessary information, such as your BVN and Full Name, and be sure to validate your KYC to Level 3 by providing proof of identity like your NIN or international passport.
Once you've been authenticated and your documents have been uploaded.
4. Open the Chipper Cash app, pick Cards from the menu on the right side of the screen, and then choose USD Virtual Card.
5. The name you want to appear on the USD Virtual Card must be entered. Create your Virtual Card by entering your name, choosing a pin, and finishing.
6. After creating your Virtual Card, you may load money onto it to begin making online purchases.
Other Alternative method you can use to bypass debit card spending limits during ordering of Starlink internet are:
Method 2: Using UBA Dollar Prepaid Card.
Method 3: Using A Domiciliary Account & Card
Having known how to bypass debit card spending limit in Nigeria during ordering of Starlink internet access, you may be asking how much does Starlink cost?
COST OF PREORDERING STARLINK INTERNET IN NIGERIA
When your Starlink kit is delivered, the following is a summary of everything you'll be paying for:
A one-time equipment fee of $599 (₦340,000)
$60 (N25,000) for shipping
A monthly subscription fee of $99 (N43,000)
Total: (N408,000)
A Wi-Fi router, terminal, and mounting tripod are included with the Starlink kit. These kits may be set up without specialist assistance and are ready for use in less than 30 minutes, according to the information on Starlink's website.
Compared to the typical cellular internet we are used to, Starlink is rather unique. According to studies, Starlink offers a speed of 104 Mbps on average. Using LEO satellites should also significantly reduce internet outages and the lack of internet connection in remote areas
In order to choose the ideal installation position when your Starlink is delivered, you must lastly download the Starlink App. Once your Starlink kit has arrived, do this.
Here are links to downloads.
Currently, there is a dearth of information regarding Starlink in Nigeria and throughout Africa but we have tried the best we can to bring to you the basic knowledge on how to preorder Starlink from Nigeria.
We're sure to learn more as time goes on and as the corporation starts delivering units across the nation, so pay attention and stay tuned.
