MDA has adopted a flexible two-tier commercial licence framework that distinguishes between service providers targeting specific niche market segments from large mass market service providers. Trial licences will also be available for service providers who wish to conduct technical and marketing trials.

The TV Receive-Only (TVRO) System licence allows the licensee to install/operate/have a TVRO Satellite System on the licensee's business operating premises in Singapore. With the TVRO Satellite System, licensees can receive time-sensitive information (in the form of Satellite TV Channels) from Terrestrial Satellite in outer space.

Satellite broadcasters who wish to uplink their services from Singapore can make use of any of four available uplink facilities:
• ST Teleport
• SingTel Telecast
• MediaCorp Technologies
• Ascent Media Group
Alternatively, a satellite broadcaster can operate its own satellite uplink facility, but a separate licence, issued by the Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore, will be required.