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SMS Sender ID Regulations

Local operator & regulator framework Sep 7, 2026
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Dial code+251
MCC636
RegionAfrica
Alpha Sender IDSupported
Short codeSupported
Approval time15-Days
Operators2 networks — Ethio telecom, Safaricom Ethiopia
01 — Regulations

Domestic vs International

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

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

Sender capabilities

Alphanumeric Sender IDSupported
Short codeSupported
Long numericSupported
Sender formatAlphanumeric
Approval time15-Days
Fees110 EUR Per Network
ScopeDomestic company

Registration requirements

Registration requiredYes

Restrictions

Regulatory
Other Scams
Phishing
Delivery Phishing
Promotional

Sending rules

URL restrictionsNo
OTPNo
Opt-out mandatoryNo
02 — Operators

Operator regulations

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

Ethio telecomMCC 636 · Registration required
Safaricom EthiopiaMCC 636 · Registration required
03 — Compliance

Additional compliance notes

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

Requirements

Company name, Sender ID, Tax Identification Number (TIN),Sample Content, Website.

Required documents

Authorization Letter Client -> <SMSala>, Commercial registration, Business Registration certificate, Signed and stamped application form

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