Sources say Starlink has fulfilled all requirements set by Space Regulatory Board

After Elon Musk’s Starlink received a No Objection Certificate (NOC), Pakistan is all set to enter the satellite internet market. A significant development took place regarding Starlink’s operations in Pakistan, as the Pakistan Space Activities Regulatory Board has granted the company an NOC.

The sources said that Starlink has fulfilled all requirements set by the Space Regulatory Board. The NOC was issued by the board after the Ministry of Interior granted approval. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is now expected to grant Starlink its operating license within the next two weeks.

Starlink had already applied for a license with the PTA and submitted its technical and business plans. The company has successfully completed three phases of its registration process in Pakistan.
Elon Musk’s Starlink has obtained registration from the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) and the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB). Additionally, it has secured registration from the Pakistan Space Activities Regulatory Board. The final step remaining is acquiring registration from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA).

Once the PTA issues the license, the Starlink would be able to launch its services in Pakistan. The submitted documents are currently being evaluated by the authority. Officials have said that Starlink’s services won’t affect Pakistan’s current network infrastructure. It may be mentioned here that Pakistan introduced its National Satellite Policy in 2023, followed by the Space Activities Rules in 2024 to strengthen the country’s space communication sector.