SMS & Telecom Governance
Who Regulates Messaging & Telecom in Algeria?
Regulatory Authority
Autorité de Régulation de la Poste et des Communications Électroniques (ARPCE)
Governs all SMS traffic and telecom policies
Ensures compliance for businesses
Telecom Operators
Mobilis
Djezzy
Ooredoo
- Enterprise messaging is routed through their regulated networks.
- Operator platforms ensure adherence to national telecom regulations for SMS traffic.
Telecom Market share in Algeria
Mobilis, Djezzy, and Ooredoo dominate Algeria’s telecom landscape, forming a triopoly that captures the entire market, with Mobilis holding 44%, Djezzy 31%, and Ooredoo 25% of sector revenue.
Country Summary Snapshot
Algeria - An Overview
Country Code | DZ |
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Region | Middle East & Africa |
Capital | Algiers |
Currency | Algerian Dinar (DZD) |
Language | Arabic, Tamazight |
Calling Code | +213 |
MCC | 603 |
Mobile Number Portability | No |
Two Way SMS supported | No |
Character Limit | None |
Concatenated Messages Support | Yes |
SenderID Registration Required | No |
Regulation
SMS Regulations
Businesses and organisations must comply with Algeria’s telecom regulator, ARPT, to send SMS legally. Separate rules apply for domestic SMS traffic and for international messaging.
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