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SMS Sender ID Regulations

Local operator & regulator framework Sep 7, 2026
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Dial code+250
MCC635
RegionAfrica
Alpha Sender IDSupported
Short codeSupported
Approval time7-Days
Operators2 networks — MTN Rwanda, Airtel Rwanda
01 — Regulations

Domestic vs International

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

Sender ID registration is required for Rwanda. 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 time7-Days
FeesNo Fees
ScopeDomestic company

Registration requirements

Registration requiredYes

Restrictions

Other Scams
Regulatory
Phishing
Explicit Content

Sending rules

URL restrictionsNo
OTPNo
Opt-out mandatoryNo
Allowed hours (Mon–Fri)N/A
02 — Operators

Operator regulations

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

MTN RwandaMCC 635 · Registration required
Airtel RwandaMCC 635 · Registration required
03 — Compliance

Additional compliance notes

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

Requirements

Sender name, Company name & address, Service type, Sample content and Website

Required documents

Letter of Authorization for both networks (MTN and Airtel) , RDB Certificate and Copy of the Managing Director's ID or Passport URL, TIN Certificate

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