Starlink Roam Canada 2026: Plans, Global Roam & Travel Limits
Starlink Roam changed in a big way during the summer of 2026. Global Roam is gone. Canada now has three personal Roam plans, and the international travel limit is shorter than the old advice found in many articles and forum posts.
The current Canadian choices are Roam 100GB at $75 a month, Roam 300GB at $110, and Roam Unlimited at $200. Canadians can use the regular Roam plans across the Canada and United States travel region. Travel beyond that region is different. Roam Unlimited now includes up to 30 days abroad at a time, and the other Roam plans do not include that wider international access.
August 2026 update: Starlink stopped offering Global Roam to new customers on July 15, 2026. It discontinued the plan for existing customers on August 17. Anyone who needs continuous worldwide use now has to look at Global Priority, which is more expensive and uses purchased data blocks.
Quick answer: Choose Roam 100GB for light trips, Roam 300GB for regular cottage or RV use, and Roam Unlimited for heavy use or a trip outside the Canada and United States region. Choose Global Priority when you need more than 30 days of continuous international access.
This guide uses the travel policy that took effect for existing customers on August 17, 2026. It explains the current prices, where each plan works, what happens at the data limit, and when Ocean Mode or a Priority plan becomes necessary.
Which Starlink Roam Plan Should You Choose?
This quick picker accounts for the new travel policy. It is meant for personal travel. Starlink’s current terms do not permit personal Roam plans for business or enterprise use.
Three short questions. Your answers stay on this page.
Where will you use Starlink?
How much data will you use each month?
Will you use it on the water?
What Happened to Starlink Global Roam?
Global Roam used to let travellers take a personal Starlink line between supported countries. It is no longer available. Starlink closed it to new customers on July 15, 2026 and ended it for existing customers on August 17.
Existing customers were asked to choose another plan. If no replacement was selected, Starlink said billing would stop and the line could be reactivated later on a current plan.
What replaced it?
There is no exact replacement at the old price. Roam Unlimited now covers up to 30 days outside the registered home region at a time. Global Priority is the option for continuous international use without that time limit.
| Travel need | Current option | Main limit |
|---|---|---|
| Canada and United States | Any current Canadian Roam plan | Data limit on the 100 GB and 300 GB plans |
| Another country for 30 days or less | Roam Unlimited | Travel Registration and local authorization are required |
| Another country for more than 30 days | Local Priority or Global Priority | Local Priority allows up to 60 total days, while Global Priority has no stated travel time limit |
| Open ocean | Roam Unlimited with Ocean Mode, or Global Priority | Ocean Mode charges by the GB |
Why older pages still say 60 days: Some Starlink legal and support pages still show the earlier limit. A newer travel policy applies to new customers from July 14, 2026 and moved existing customers to the new rules on August 17. The current travel help page says Roam Unlimited includes 30 days outside the home region.
Starlink Roam Canada Plans and Pricing
These are the public Canadian prices Starlink listed on August 26, 2026. Taxes, hardware, shipping, account specific offers, and Standby fees are separate.
| Plan | Monthly price | High speed data | Best fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roam 100GB | $75 CAD | 100 GB, then unlimited low speed data | Weekend trips, light cottage use, and occasional camping |
| Roam 300GB | $110 CAD | 300 GB, then unlimited low speed data | Regular trips, moderate streaming, and personal remote work |
| Roam Unlimited | $200 CAD | Unlimited high speed Roam data, subject to network management | Heavy use, several people, and short international travel |
| Standby Mode | Shown in your account | Up to 500 Kbps in each direction | Emergency messaging and easy reactivation between trips |
Which plan gives the best value?
Roam 100GB is enough if the dish comes out for a few weekends and most use is browsing, maps, music, and a little video. It is easy to underestimate streaming, though. A television can use the allowance much faster than phones and email.
Roam 300GB is the most balanced choice for many cottage owners and regular RV travellers. It gives three times the high speed data for $35 more each month. A couple who streams in the evening and joins occasional video calls will have much more breathing room.
Roam Unlimited makes sense when several people are online, video is used every day, or a strict cap would be annoying. It is also the only personal Roam tier that includes travel outside the Canada and United States region, subject to the 30 day rule.
Personal use only: Starlink markets Roam for travel and working on the go, but its current service terms say Roam Unlimited and related Roam plans are not permitted for business or enterprise use. A company, work crew, or commercial vehicle should compare Starlink Priority plans.
Data Limits and Expected Speeds
Roam 100GB and Roam 300GB include a fixed amount of high speed data in each billing cycle. Unused data does not carry forward. Once the allowance is gone, Starlink automatically moves the line to unlimited low speed data for the rest of that cycle.
Starlink's current specifications describe low speed service as about 500 Kbps download and upload. That is enough for simple email, texts, and light browsing. It is not suitable for streaming, large downloads, gaming, or normal video meetings.
| Activity | Before the plan limit | After the plan limit |
|---|---|---|
| Email and messages | Comfortable | Usually still practical |
| Web browsing | Comfortable | Slow, especially on image heavy pages |
| Video calls | Usually practical with clear sky | Not a realistic expectation |
| Streaming | Practical, but it consumes data quickly | Not a realistic expectation |
| Large downloads | Practical when the connection is clear | Far too slow for normal use |
Starlink no longer sells ordinary Roam top ups by the GB after the 100 GB limit. The same principle applies to the 300 GB tier. To restore high speed service immediately, you can upgrade to Roam Unlimited. That upgrade stays active for future billing cycles until you switch back.
How fast is Roam before the limit?
The Canadian legal specifications currently show an expected Roam range of 65 to 260 Mbps download and 15 to 35 Mbps upload while high speed data is available. Starlink also advertises maximum speeds above 300 Mbps. Neither figure is a guarantee.
Roam traffic is generally behind Residential and Priority traffic during congestion. A clear campsite can still slow down when many nearby Starlink users are online. Trees, cliffs, buildings, weather, power quality, and dish alignment also matter.
Canada, the United States, and International Travel
For the new travel policy, Starlink groups Canada, the United States, and several associated territories together. Moving between Canada and the United States does not count as wider international travel. That means a Canadian customer can use Roam 100GB or Roam 300GB for an RV trip or winter stay in the United States, subject to coverage and local rules.
The grouped region also includes Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Northern Mariana Islands. Check the availability map before relying on any destination.
Travel outside the grouped region
Roam Unlimited allows up to 30 days outside the registered home region at a time. After 30 days, Starlink gives three choices. Upgrade to a Priority plan, transfer the account to the new country if you moved, or return to the registered home country to reset the allowance.
Roam 100GB and Roam 300GB do not include this wider international access. You must upgrade to Roam Unlimited, choose a Priority plan, or localize the account.
Snowbird clarification: A Canadian spending the winter in the United States is travelling inside Starlink's grouped Canada and United States region. The new 30 day international limit applies when the dish leaves that region, not when it crosses the Canada and United States border.
For a trip longer than 30 days abroad
Local Priority can extend international use to 60 total days. Days already used on Roam Unlimited count toward that total. Global Priority has no stated time restriction on international use and is the option Starlink recommends for continuous worldwide travel.
That flexibility costs much more. In Canada, Global Priority currently starts at $340 a month for a 50 GB data block. It is prioritized service, not a new name for the old unlimited Global Roam plan.
Travel Registration
Starlink now requires Travel Registration before the service is used outside its home region. The process may ask for a legal name, nationality, date of birth, passport or other government photo identification, a copy of that document, and a live portrait.
In the Starlink account, open Settings, find Registration Requirements, choose Add Travel Plans, and complete the form. Some destinations may ask for more information.
Registration does not guarantee service: The plan still has to cover the destination, Starlink must be authorized there, and local rules still apply. If required registration is incomplete, Starlink may disable the line while billing continues.
Starlink Roam or Residential?
Roam is portable. Residential is meant for a fixed home address. That simple difference should guide the choice.
| Your situation | Better starting point | Why |
|---|---|---|
| One rural home | Residential | Fixed service and stronger network priority |
| One seasonal cottage | Compare both | Residential may suit one address, while Roam offers easier seasonal travel |
| RV, camping, or several locations | Roam | It is designed for portable personal use |
| Backup at changing locations | Roam | The same kit can move between supported places |
| Business operation | Priority | Personal Roam is not permitted for business or enterprise use |
Read our full Starlink Roam and Residential comparison before moving a home line. Plan availability can depend on the hardware, service address, capacity, and account.
Standard Kit or Starlink Mini?
Roam is a service plan, not a dish. Canadians can use compatible Standard hardware or the Starlink Mini. Mini is usually the easier travel companion. Standard is better suited to longer stays and a more permanent setup.
| Feature | Current Standard Kit | Starlink Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Best fit | Long RV stays, cottages, and larger spaces | Camping, road trips, small RVs, and portable backup |
| Router | Separate router | Integrated WiFi 5 router |
| Average power | About 75 to 100 W | About 20 to 40 W |
| Portability | Larger kit with more pieces | 1.10 kg dish that fits in a backpack |
| Good reason to choose it | A longer stay with reliable AC power | Battery use, fast setup, and limited storage |
Sky matters more than size: Neither dish can see through a roof, dense forest, cliff, or blocked balcony. Use the obstruction tool in the Starlink app before buying a mount or planning to work from one campsite.
Can Starlink Roam Work While Moving?
Yes. Current Starlink support says Roam works in motion at up to 160 kilometres per hour in authorized locations. Mini, Standard 4, Standard 4 X, and supported Performance hardware are approved for this use. Older motorized dishes are not recommended while moving.
The plan allows movement. The mount still has to be safe. A loose dish on a roof or dashboard can become a hazard. Use a mount made for the hardware and vehicle, secure the cable, and keep the driver's view clear.
Expect interruptions under bridges, beside tall rock faces, in dense forest, and between high buildings. Roam is useful for passengers and entertainment. It should not be the only connection for navigation, emergency calling, or safety.
For a practical setup, read our RV WiFi in Canada guide. For a fixed installation, the Starlink installer directory can help.
Boats, Coastal Water, and Ocean Mode
Inland waterways and marinas are included with Roam. Territorial water has extra limits. Ordinary Roam coverage extends up to 12 nautical miles from the coast for no more than five consecutive days and 60 days in a year.
| Where you are | Plan to consider | Limit to remember |
|---|---|---|
| Canadian lake or river | Any current Roam plan | Coverage, sky view, mounting, and power still matter |
| Short coastal trip | Any current Roam plan | Within 12 nautical miles, five consecutive days, and 60 days a year |
| Long coastal trip | Roam Unlimited with Ocean Mode | Ocean Mode charges by the GB |
| Beyond 12 nautical miles | Roam Unlimited with Ocean Mode, or Global Priority | Ordinary Roam data does not cover open ocean |
| Commercial vessel | Global Priority or Maritime | Personal Roam is not for business use |
Ocean Mode is available only on Roam Unlimited. It begins charging by the GB as soon as you turn it on. It stays on until you disable it, and the metered charge applies to data used on land as well as water during that time.
Turn Ocean Mode off: Do not assume it stops automatically when the boat returns to shore. Check Data Usage in the app and disable it yourself when metered coverage is no longer needed.
Starlink Roam Travel Cost Calculator
Use this calculator to estimate the cost of a Canadian travel season. The three plan prices reflect the public Canadian rates checked in August 2026. Enter the hardware cost and the Standby fee shown in your own account.
Roam Travel Cost Estimator
Standby Mode Between Trips
Standby Mode replaced the old free pause option in Canada. It keeps the line active at low speed for a small monthly fee shown in the account. Starlink lists speeds up to 500 Kbps in each direction.
That is enough for emergency messaging and account access. It is not meant for streaming, ordinary remote work, gaming, constant use, or service while the vehicle is moving.
You can resume high speed service or change plans through the account. Starlink charges the subscription immediately on a prorated basis when service resumes. If you pause before the billing period ends, normal service continues until that period finishes.
Canadian Starlink Travel Checklist
- Confirm the active Roam plan and billing date in your account
- Check Starlink coverage for every destination
- Use Roam Unlimited for travel outside the Canada and United States region
- Complete Travel Registration before wider international travel
- Plan around the 30 day Roam Unlimited travel limit
- Check current coastal rules before taking Starlink on a boat
- Turn off Ocean Mode manually when metered data is no longer needed
- Test the dish, cable, power source, and mount before leaving
- Use the obstruction tool at important campsites and cottages
- Keep another way to call for help
Frequently Asked Questions
As checked on August 26, 2026, Roam 100GB costs $75 CAD a month, Roam 300GB costs $110, and Roam Unlimited costs $200. Taxes, hardware, shipping, Standby fees, and Ocean Mode data are additional.
No. Starlink closed Global Roam to new customers on July 15, 2026 and discontinued it for existing customers on August 17. Roam Unlimited now covers short international trips, while Global Priority is the current option for continuous worldwide use.
Yes. Starlink groups Canada, the United States, and several associated territories into one Roam travel region. Roam 100GB, Roam 300GB, and Roam Unlimited can be used inside that region where service is active and authorized.
Roam Unlimited includes up to 30 days outside the registered home region at a time. Roam 100GB and Roam 300GB do not include wider international travel. For a longer trip, Starlink directs customers to a Priority plan, account localization, or a return to the home country.
Travel Registration is required before using Starlink outside the registered home region. It may require government photo identification and a live portrait. Registration does not guarantee service because plan coverage, local authorization, and availability still apply.
The line continues with unlimited low speed data for the rest of the billing cycle. Starlink describes this as about 500 Kbps in each direction. Basic email and messages may work, but streaming, large downloads, gaming, and video meetings will be limited.
Yes. Roam supports use in motion at up to 160 kilometres per hour in authorized locations with supported hardware. The dish must be mounted safely, and interruptions can occur under bridges, trees, cliffs, and tall buildings.
Yes, within the plan rules. Inland waterways are included. Coastal use is limited to 12 nautical miles from shore for five consecutive days and 60 days a year. Longer coastal use or open ocean service requires Roam Unlimited with Ocean Mode, or a suitable Priority plan.
Bottom Line
For travel in Canada and the United States, the choice is mostly about data. Roam 100GB is inexpensive and light. Roam 300GB is the practical middle option. Roam Unlimited is for heavier households and people who do not want to watch a monthly allowance.
International travel now needs more care. Global Roam has ended, and Roam Unlimited only includes 30 days outside the home region at a time. Longer worldwide use means a Priority plan or moving the account to the new country.
Check the account before every major trip. Starlink has changed these rules several times, and the plan name alone no longer tells the whole story.
For the broader picture, read our Starlink Canada review, Starlink plans and pricing guide, and Starlink Mini Canada review.
Last updated: August 26, 2026
Research checked against: Starlink Canada plans, current Roam travel policy, Global Roam discontinuation notice, Ocean Mode rules, and current Starlink service specifications. Prices and policies can change.
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