Starlink Terminals in Ukraine to Operate on a Whitelist System
Starting February 3, Ukraine is implementing a mandatory whitelist system for all Starlink terminals. This move aims to secure satellite communications, which have been vital for maintaining connectivity since Russia's full-scale invasion. Individual users and sole proprietors must register their devices at Administrative Service Centers (ASCs), while legal entities can use the Diia portal. The verification process applies only to civilian users, as the Defense Forces already operate under a separate, secure protocol.
Terminal Registration Procedure
Registration at ASCs for individuals and sole proprietors will commence on February 3 and is free of charge. To successfully register a terminal, users must provide the KIT number, UTID, or Dish ID, along with their user account number. Individuals and sole proprietors must also present a passport and taxpayer registration number (RNOKPP).
- Registration limits for individuals and sole proprietors are as follows:
- A maximum of one terminal can be registered without physically presenting the device;
- Up to three terminals per person if the devices are presented in person.
- For legal entities, the limits are:
- Up to 10 terminals for standard legal entities;
- Enterprises designated as critically important may register terminals without restriction.
Representatives from the Ministry of Digital Transformation stated, 'All you need to do is confirm once, via an ASC or the Diia portal, that the terminal belongs to you. Unverified terminals will be disconnected. This is a matter of security and communication control during wartime.'
Military personnel do not need to visit ASCs, as a separate, protected algorithm is already in place for their use.
The introduction of the Starlink whitelist is a significant step to secure communications during the war. It will help control terminal usage and prevent their exploitation for illicit purposes. The differing registration limits for individuals and legal entities reflect the state's effort to balance technological access with security needs. This measure underscores the critical importance of controlling vital resources under the current national circumstances.