Starlink’s Mini kit installment plan in Kenya, launched in January 2026, makes the portable hardware more accessible by spreading costs over six months.
Upfront Payments
Customers pay KES 6,750 initially for the Mini kit (full retail KES 27,000), plus a mandatory KES 16,250 activation fee and KES 3,010 shipping/handling. This totals around KES 26,010 at signup, paid via M-Pesa, card, or approved resellers.
Monthly Installments
The remaining hardware balance spreads over six months at KES 4,500 per month. Add the KES 6,500 standard Residential service fee (or KES 4,000 Mini plan), making total monthly outlay KES 11,000 (kit + service) for the first six months.
Eligibility and Terms
Available to verified Kenyan residents via starlink.com/ke or the app; requires ID upload and credit approval for installments. No interest mentioned, but defaults may incur fees or service pauses. Plan converts capex to opex, targeting rural and budget users.
Comparison Table
| Component | Amount (KES) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Upfront Kit | 6,750 | Initial hardware deposit |
| Activation Fee | 16,250 | One-time mandatory |
| Shipping | 3,010 | Delivery/handling |
| Monthly Kit (6 mo) | 4,500 | Balance repayment |
| Service (Mini) | 4,000/mo | Unlimited, deprioritized |
Post-six months, pay only service fees. Resellers like Wavelink may offer alternatives (e.g., 24-week Lipa Pole Pole at KES 1,350/week), but official terms apply via Starlink. Confirm latest at starlink.com/ke/residential