BAHAMAS REGULATIONS
SMS Regulations
in Bahamas
To stay compliant and maximize campaign effectiveness, companies must adhere to URCA regulations and guidelines.
SMS Regulations
Why Regulations Matter
To ensure message delivery and avoid legal issues, all businesses, whether local or global, must adhere to national telecom guidelines for SMS. This includes setting up Sender IDs, obtaining opt-in permissions, and following restricted hours for promotional messaging.
Local SMS Regulations
SMS Regulations for Local Companies
- Alphanumeric IDs not supported.
- Only numeric long codes available.
- All senders will overwrite to Long Numeric in BTC while in Aliv all senders will overwrite to Short Code.
International SMS Regulations
SMS Regulations for International Companies
Same rule — alphanumeric IDs are rejected.
Use long numbers only.
Universal Best Practices
Best Practices for All Senders
Do's
Send only to users who opted in
Include free opt-out methods (link or SMS)
Use HELP/STOP keyword in user language
Maintain sender brand consistency
Follow message length limits
Dont's
No political, gambling, or religious content
Don’t message DND-listed numbers
Avoid generic Sender IDs
Never skip Sender ID registration
Don’t send during restricted hours
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