SMS & Telecom Governance
Who Regulates Messaging & Telecom in Brazil?
Regulatory Authority
National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel)
Governs all SMS traffic and telecom policies
Ensures compliance for businesses
Telecom Operators
Vivo
Claro
TIM
Algar
- Both operators provide infrastructure for enterprise SMS services
- Sender ID and content approval handled via their platforms
Telecom Market share in Brazil
Vivo, Claro, TIM, and Algar dominate Brazil’s telecom market, forming a concentrated landscape that captures the entire sector, with Vivo leading at 38%, Claro at 34%, TIM at 24%, and Algar holding around 2%
Country Summary Snapshot
Brazil - An Overview
Country Code | BR |
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Region | South America |
Capital | Brasília |
Currency | Brazilian Real |
Language | Portuguese |
Calling Code | +55 |
MCC | 724 |
Mobile Number Portability | Yes |
Two Way SMS supported | Yes |
Character Limit | NEXTEL supports 140 characters per SMS, while other carriers allow 160. |
Concatenated Messages Support | Yes |
SenderID Registration Required | Yes |
Regulation
SMS Regulations
Businesses and organisations must comply with Brazil’s telecom regulator, Anatel, to send SMS legally. Separate regulations apply for domestic SMS traffic and for international messaging.
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