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SMS Sender ID Regulations

Local operator & regulator framework Sep 7, 2026
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Dial code+1
MCC302
RegionNorth America
Alpha Sender IDNot supported
Short codeSupported
Approval time13-days
Operators6 networks — Rogers, Bell, Telus, Freedom Mobile, SaskTel, Videotron
01 — Regulations

Domestic vs International

Requirements differ by who is sending. Pick the scope that matches your business.

Sender ID registration is required for Canada. The current requirements are shown below as provided by the SMSala Sender ID team.

Sender capabilities

Alphanumeric Sender IDNot supported
Short codeSupported
Long numericSupported
Sender formatLonge code
Approval time13-days
Fees1 EUR Per month
ScopeDomestic company

Registration requirements

Registration requiredYes

Restrictions

Gambling - all forms are strictly forbidden. SHAFT (sex
hate
alcohol
firearms
or tobacco) content is federally illegal. Campaign drifting and snowshoeing are both strictly forbidden. Age Gating is mandatory for age-inappropriate or restricted content.

Sending rules

URL restrictionsWhitelisting required, shorten URL not allowed
OTPNo
Opt-out mandatoryYes
02 — Operators

Operator regulations

6 networks carry SMS traffic in Canada. MNP is live in most markets — run an HLR lookup before routing.

RogersMCC 302 · Registration required
BellMCC 302 · Registration required
TelusMCC 302 · Registration required
Freedom MobileMCC 302 · Registration required
SaskTelMCC 302 · Registration required
VideotronMCC 302 · Registration required
03 — Compliance

Additional compliance notes

Country & operator-specific guidance maintained by the Sender ID team.

Requirements

The market is strictly regulated, with mandatory opt-in. Available Sender options include SC, 10DLC, and TFN. Campaigns must be registered for specific use case to avoid blocking by MNOs, Details Required Legal Company Name | DBA (Doing Business As) | Business Type | Business Registration Number | Business Website URL | Street Address | Country | City | State | Postal Code Opt-In Process – Step-by-Step Explanation Customer visits the website/app and selects the relevant service or submits their information. Customer provides their mobile number in the designated field. A clear consent/opt-in statement is displayed explaining that the customer agrees to receive SMS messages Example of clear opt-in wording: “By checking this box, I agree to receive SMS messages (Type of Message) from (company name)regarding account updates, transactions, and related services. Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out and HELP for help.

Required documents

Registration form

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