--- title: "Fibre upgrades" description: "Find out if your FTTN or FTTC address is eligible for a free upgrade to nbn Fibre to the Premises when you move to an eligible higher-speed plan." url: "https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/services/internet/fibre-upgrades" canonical: "https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/services/internet/fibre-upgrades" --- # Fibre upgrades Find out if your FTTN or FTTC address is eligible for a free upgrade to nbn Fibre to the Premises when you move to an eligible higher-speed plan. ## Upgrade to nbn® fibre with a higher speed plan Find out if your address is eligible for a $0 upgrade to Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) when you move to an eligible higher-speed plan. - Faster speed options - A more reliable connection - Available in selected locations - [Check my address](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/services/internet/fibre-upgrades#address-checker) - [Compare plans](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/services/internet/fibre-upgrades#plans) ## Bring fibre all the way to your premises - **Designed for the future** — Upgrading your technology helps future-proof your home, so it's better able to handle higher demand and advancements in technology. - **Speed and reliability** — Fibre to your premises unlocks higher speed options and a more reliable connection, with more people online at the same time. - **An upgraded connection** — If you're eligible, your nbn™ technology is upgraded and the fibre optic cable is brought closer to your premises than your current connection. - **Designed for the future** — Upgrading your technology helps future-proof your home, so it's better able to handle higher demand and advancements in technology. - **Speed and reliability** — Fibre to your premises unlocks higher speed options and a more reliable connection, with more people online at the same time. - **An upgraded connection** — If you're eligible, your nbn™ technology is upgraded and the fibre optic cable is brought closer to your premises than your current connection. ## Who can upgrade? nbn Co is upgrading selected premises currently connected by Fibre to the Node (FTTN) or Fibre to the Curb (FTTC) to full Fibre to the Premises (FTTP). Eligibility is set by nbn Co and includes, among other things, your premises being designated as a simple premises and ordering a plan on an eligible speed tier. Where an address isn't part of an area upgrade, a paid on-demand upgrade may sometimes be available instead — we'll confirm which applies before anything is booked. ## Upgrading is simple 1. **Check eligibility** — Check your address or contact us, and we'll confirm whether an upgrade is available and what applies. 2. **Book the appointment** — If you're eligible, we arrange the nbn Co technician visit to install fibre and a new NTD. 3. **Enjoy faster speeds** — Once upgraded, we move you onto a plan that takes advantage of the faster speed tiers now available. ## Plans that unlock full fibre Move to one of these higher-speed plans to upgrade to FTTP at eligible premises. Unlimited data, no lock-in contracts and $0 set-up fees. | Plan | Price (per month) | Download | Upload | Typical evening speed | Best for | Includes | Order | CIS | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | **Fast Fibre** (GREAT VALUE!) | $89.00/month | 500 Mbps | 50 Mbps | Typical evening speeds 7pm-11pm | Video calling, streaming, gaming; 5+ home users | Unlimited data; No lock-in contracts; $0 set-up fees; 24/7 technical support; Free standard connection; Upgrade to FTTP at eligible premises | [Get started](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/services/internet/home) | [Critical Information Summary](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/cis/internet-plans) | | **Super Fast** | $99.00/month | 750 Mbps | 50 Mbps | Typical evening speeds 7pm-11pm | Ultra high usage users, multiple HD streams; 5+ home users | Unlimited data; No lock-in contracts; $0 set-up fees; 24/7 technical support; Free standard connection; Upgrade to FTTP at eligible premises | [Get started](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/services/internet/home) | [Critical Information Summary](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/cis/internet-plans) | | **Ultra Fast** | $109/month | 1000 Mbps | 100 Mbps | Typical evening speeds 7pm-11pm | — | Unlimited data; No lock-in contracts; $0 set-up fees; 24/7 technical support; Free standard connection; Upgrade to FTTP at eligible premises | [Get started](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/order?add=internet&plan=internet-ultrafast) | [Critical Information Summary](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/cis/internet-plans) | | **Hyper Fast** | $159/month | 2000 Mbps | 200 Mbps | — | — | Unlimited data; No lock-in contracts; $0 set-up fees; 24/7 technical support; Free standard connection; Upgrade to FTTP at eligible premises | [Get started](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/order?add=internet&plan=internet-hyperfast) | [Critical Information Summary](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/cis/internet-plans) | Please check our Critical Information Summaries for more information. [Learn more](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/terms-and-policies) - [Get started](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/services/internet/fibre-upgrades#address-checker) ## Frequently asked questions Conditions, eligibility criteria and costs apply. Your experience, including the speeds actually achieved, depends on your nbn™ technology and configuration, whether you're online during the busy period, and some factors outside nbn's control. ### Who is eligible for a fibre upgrade? Selected premises currently connected by Fibre to the Node (FTTN) or Fibre to the Curb (FTTC) can be upgraded to Fibre to the Premises (FTTP). Eligibility is set by nbn Co and includes, among other things, your premises being designated as a simple premises and ordering a plan on an eligible speed tier. Check your address or contact us and we'll confirm what's available. ### Is there a cost to upgrade to fibre? Eligible premises can be upgraded for $0 when you move to an eligible higher-speed plan. Where an address isn't part of an area upgrade program, a paid on-demand upgrade may sometimes be available instead - we'll confirm which applies before anything is booked. Conditions, eligibility criteria and costs apply. ### What happens during a fibre upgrade? Once your address is confirmed eligible, we arrange the nbn Co technician visit needed to bring fibre to your premises and install a new nbn Connection Box. After the upgrade, we move you onto a plan that takes advantage of the faster speed tiers now available. ### Are there any additional charges? Depending on the service ordered, there may be additional up-front charges, which are set out in our [terms and policies](/terms-and-policies). These can include phone line activation, copper line installation, lead-in or additional cabling, equipment, missed appointment fees and complex on-site work. nbn Co may also charge a one-off new development fee for deploying network infrastructure to new premises.