The Ultimate Guide to International Satellite TV Programming

Summary

Explore the vast array of international satellite TV programming available on DISH Network and DIRECTV. From Arabic to Vietnamese, this guide provides detailed information on the various foreign language channels and packages, including pricing and channel counts. Learn about the unique offerings and find the perfect package to suit your viewing preferences.

International Satellite TV Programming

While there are numerous English-language satellite TV channels, international satellite TV programming offers a rich variety of content in multiple languages. This guide will help you discover the foreign language channels available on DISH Network and DIRECTV.

DISH Network International Satellite TV Programming

African

• ABN America/3A Telesud: 2 channels for $24.99/month
• ABN America: 1 channel for $14.99/month

Arabic

• Arabic Elite Super Pack: 15 channels for $39.99/month
• Arabic Elite Pack: 11 channels for $32.99/month
• Arabic Enhanced Pack: 8 channels for $25.99/month
• A La Carte-Iqraa: 1 channel for $4.99/month

Armenian

• Armenia TV: 1 channel for $14.99/month

Chinese

• Great Wall TV Package: 17 channels for $29.99/month
• Chinese Variety Pack: 5 channels for $27.99/month
• Chinese Plus Pack: 3 channels for $24.99/month
• Chinese Super Pack: 6 channels for $21.99/month
• Chinese Select Pack: 3 channels for $19.99/month
• Phoenix North America Chinese Channel: 1 channel for $14.99/month

Farsi

• Tapesh/T2: 2 channels for $24.99/month
• Tapesh: 1 channel for $14.99/month

Filipino

• Viva Pinoy Pack: 3 channels for $16.99/month
• Viva Pinoy Pack: 3 channels for $11.99/month
• The Mabuhay Channel: 1 channel for $14.99/month

French

• Franco-African Bouquet: 4 channels for $29.99/month
• Franco-African Package: 3 channels for $28.99/month
• TV5/3A Telesud/Trace TV: 3 channels for $21.99/month
• TV5/3A Telesud: 2 channels for $19.99/month
• 3A Telesud/Trace TV: 2 channels for $16.99/month
• TV5/Trace TV: 2 channels for $11.99/month
• 3A Telesud: 1 channel for $14.99/month
• TV5Monde: 1 channel for $9.99/month
• Trace TV: 1 channel for $3/month
• RFI: 1 channel for $1/month

German

• German-Language Package: 2 channels for $16.99/month
• ProSiebenSat.1 Welt: 1 channel for $14.99/month

Greek

• Greek Super Package: 11 channels for $50.99/month
• Antenna Plus Two Package: 9 channels for $39.99/month
• Antenna Plus One Package: 9 channels for $32.99/month
• Antenna Package: 6 channels for $22.99/month
• Antenna Satellite: 1 channel for $14.99/month

Israeli

• The Israeli Network: 1 channel for $19.99/month

Italian

• Panorama Italiano: 6 channels for $19.99/month
• RAI International: 2 channels for $12.99/month

Japanese

• TV Japan: 1 channel for $25/month

Korean

• Korean Variety Pack: 6 channels for $24.99/month

Polish

• Polish Super Pack: 4 channels for $38.99/month
• Polish Premium Package: 3 channels for $29.99/month
• TVN Complete Package: 2 channels for $19.99/month
• Polish-Language Package: 2 channels for $19.99/month
• Polsat 2 International: 1 channel for $14.99/month
• Kino Polska: 1 channel for $14.99/month
• ITVN: 1 channel for $14.99/month
• TVN 24: 1 channel for $9.99/month

Portuguese

• RBTI/TV Globo/Record: 3 channels for $34.98/month
• RBTI/TV Globo: 2 channels for $29.98/month
• RTPI: 1 channel for $4/month
• TV Globo Internacional: 1 channel for $19.99/month
• SPT: 1 channel for $19.99/month
• Record International: 1 channel for $14.99/month

Russian

• Russian Value Pack: 2 channels for $24.99/month
• RTVI/RTVI Plus Package: 2 channels for $24.99/month
• TVCI: 1 channel for $14.99/month
• NTV America: 1 channel for $14.99/month

South Asian

• Mega Pack: 12 channels for $54.99/month
• Jumbo Pack #1: 7 channels for $49.99/month
• Jumbo Pack #3: 7 channels for $49.99/month
• Jumbo Pack #2: 4 channels for $49.99/month
• Super Pack: 4 channels for $39.99/month
• Choose Any Three: 3 channels for $34.99/month
• Choose Any Two: 2 channels for $24.99/month
• Channel-I/NTV Bangla: 1 channel for $24.99/month
• Gemini TV/Teja TV: 1 channel for $24.99/month
• Sun TV/KTV: 1 channel for $24.99/month
• Surya TV/Kairali TV: 1 channel for $24.99/month
• B4U Movies/B4U Music: 1 channel for $19.99/month

Spanish

• DishLATINO: 37 channels for $24.99/month
• DishLATINO Dos: 88 channels for $34.99/month
• DishLATINO Max: 292 channels for $44.99/month
• Latino Everything Pak: 325 channels for $79.99/month

Urdu

• Pak Super Pack: 3 channels for $34.99/month
• ARY Digital/ARY One World: 2 channels for $24.99/month
• GEO TV/ARY Digital: 2 channels for $24.99/month
• GEO TV/ARY One World: 2 channels for $24.99/month
• PTV: 1 channel for $14.99/month
• ARY Digital: 1 channel for $14.99/month
• GEO TV 3: 1 channel for $14.99/month
• ARY One World: 1 channel for $14.99/month
• QTV: 1 channel for $7.99/month

Note: When you order DISH Network international satellite TV programming, you receive a free satellite dish and up to four free receivers. For more information, visit the DISH Network website.

DIRECTV International Satellite TV Programming

Caribbean

• Hype TV: 1 channel for $9.99/month

Chinese

• Jadeworld: 5 channels for $36.99/month
• Mandarin Direct: 4 channels for $15.99/month

Filipino

• TFC Direct: 6 channels for $22.99/month
• Filipino Direct: 7 channels for $32.99/month

Italian

• Sky TG24: 1 channel for $9.99/month
• Calico Direct: 2 channels for $19.99/month

Korean

• Korean Direct: 4 channels for $26.99/month
• CTS: 1 channel for $4.99/month

Russian

• Russian Direct: 4 channels for $29.99/month
• RTR Planeta: 1 channel for $14.99/month
• Channel One Russia Worldwide: 1 channel for $14.99/month

South Asian

• Hindi Direct: 6 channels for $29.99/month
• Aastha: 1 channel for $14.99/month
• Telugu Direct: 1 channel for $14.99/month
• Tamil Direct: 1 channel for $14.99/month
• Gujarati Direct: 1 channel for $14.99/month
• NDTV: 1 channel for $14.99/month
• Bangla Direct: 1 channel for $14.99/month

Ukrainian

• Studio 1+1 International: 1 channel for $14.99/month

Vietnamese

• Vietnamese Direct: 1 channel for $22.95/month

Note: When you order DIRECTV international satellite TV programming, you receive a free satellite dish and up to four free receivers. For more information, visit the DIRECTV website.

Interesting Stats

• According to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), there are over 34 million satellite TV subscribers in the United States as of 2022.
• The global satellite TV market is projected to reach $144.5 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 3.1% from 2020 to 2027 (Allied Market Research).
• A study by Pew Research Center found that 23% of U.S. adults speak a language other than English at home, highlighting the demand for international TV programming.

By understanding the diverse offerings of international satellite TV programming, you can select the best package to meet your entertainment needs. Whether you're interested in news, movies, or cultural content, DISH Network and DIRECTV provide a wide range of options to keep you connected to your heritage and the world.