Bahrain
SMS Services in Bahrain
Enable secure and efficient customer engagement using compliant SMS solutions in Bahrain.
SMS & Telecom Governance
Who Regulates Messaging & Telecom in Bahrain?
Regulatory Authority
Telecommunications Regulatory Authority(TRA)
Governs all SMS traffic and telecom policies
Ensures compliance for businesses
Telecom Operators
Batelco
stc Bahrain
Zain Bahrain
- The operators deliver the core infrastructure required for enterprise SMS services.
- Sender ID registration and message content approvals are managed through their platforms.
Telecom Market share in Bahrain
Bahrain’s telecom market is dominated by three players—Batelco, Viva (stc), and Zain—who together form a triopoly. Batelco accounts for 47% of the sector’s revenue, Viva (stc) 30%, and Zain 23%
Country Summary Snapshot
Bahrain - An Overview
| Country Code | BH |
|---|---|
| Region | Middle East & Africa |
| Capital | Manama |
| Currency | Bahraini Dinar |
| Language | Arabic |
| Calling Code | +973 |
| MCC | 426 |
| Mobile Number Portability | Yes |
| Two Way SMS supported | No |
| Character Limit | None |
| Concatenated Messages Support | Yes |
| SenderID Registration Required | No |
Regulation
SMS Regulations
To send SMS legally in Bahrain, businesses and organisations must adhere to the regulations of the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA). Distinct rules apply for domestic messaging and for international SMS traffic.
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