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Starlink Satellite Internet - Duty-Free Through Dec 2025

Starlink Satellite Internet for Jamaica Hurricane Relief

Restore communication and connectivity to Jamaican families affected by Hurricane Melissa. Starlink satellite internet works when traditional infrastructure fails, providing high-speed internet for emergency communication, remote work, and education across all 14 parishes.

Extended Duty-Free Program

All Starlink equipment qualifies for Jamaica's duty-free relief program through December 31, 2025. Learn about tax savings →

Why Starlink for Hurricane Recovery?

  • ✓ Works when cell towers and fiber cables are destroyed
  • ✓ Set up in 15 minutes with no technician required
  • ✓ Provides high-speed internet to remote rural areas
  • ✓ Enables remote work, education, and telemedicine
  • ✓ Critical for emergency services and communication

Complete Systems

Starlink Standard Kit includes everything needed: satellite dish, WiFi router, cables, power supply, and mounting hardware

  • • Satellite dish (Gen 3)
  • • High-performance WiFi router
  • • 75ft cable included
  • • Power supply and mounting tripod

Add-On Equipment

Enhance your Starlink system with additional routers, ethernet adapters, cables, and accessories

  • • Mesh WiFi routers for large homes
  • • Ethernet adapters for wired connections
  • • Extension cables up to 150ft
  • • Mounting hardware and accessories

Starlink Products (4 items)

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Starlink Standard Kit

$599

Complete Starlink satellite internet system with dish, router, cables, and mounting hardware. High-speed internet for emergency communications and remote work.

✓ Duty-free through December 2025

Provides reliable internet access to families in hurricane-affected areas

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Starlink WiFi Router

$150

High-performance WiFi router for Starlink system. Provides reliable wireless coverage for the whole home.

✓ Duty-free through December 2025

Extends connectivity to entire households without internet

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Starlink Ethernet Adapter

$50

Ethernet adapter for wired connections to Starlink router. Essential for computers and network devices.

✓ Duty-free through December 2025

Enables wired internet connections for work and education

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Starlink Cable Kit

$80

Extension cables and connectors for Starlink installation. Includes 150ft cable for flexible setup.

✓ Duty-free through December 2025

Allows optimal Starlink placement for best connectivity

Monthly Service Required

While Starlink hardware is duty-free, you'll need to subscribe to Starlink's monthly internet service (approximately $120 USD/month for standard residential service in Jamaica). The duty-free program covers equipment only, not ongoing service fees.

Starlink Benefits for Hurricane-Affected Families

Emergency & Recovery

  • ✓Maintain communication when local networks fail
  • ✓Access telemedicine and virtual healthcare
  • ✓Coordinate relief efforts and family reunification
  • ✓File insurance claims and access government aid
  • ✓Stay informed with weather alerts and news

Economic Opportunity

  • ✓Enable remote work and income generation
  • ✓Support online education for children
  • ✓Run online businesses from home
  • ✓Connect rural areas never served by traditional ISPs
  • ✓Increase property value with reliable internet

Isolated Communities

Portland, Manchester, and St. Thomas mountain communities cut off by landslides can maintain connectivity when roads are impassable.

Coastal Areas

Westmoreland, St. Elizabeth, and Hanover coastal zones where infrastructure was destroyed by storm surge and flooding.

Business Recovery

St. James and St. Ann tourism businesses need reliable internet to resume operations and serve customers during recovery.

Connecting All 14 Parishes with Starlink

Every Starlink system you provide helps families stay connected across Jamaica: