WASHINGTON, Sept 20 (Reuters) - The U.S. Treasury Department said on Tuesday some satellite internet equipment can be exported to Iran, suggesting that SpaceX CEO Elon Musk may not need a license to provide the firm's Starlink satellite broadband service in the country. Musk said on Monday the company will ask for an exemption from sanctions against Iran. Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com RegisterSome people on Twitter had asked Musk to provide the satellite-based internet stations. "For any exports not covered by existing authorizations, OFAC welcomes applications for specific licenses to authorize activities supporting internet freedom in Iran," the statement added. Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com RegisterReporting by Kanishka Singh and Daphne Psaledakis in Washington\ Editing by Alistair BellOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

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