BURUNDI REGULATIONS
SMS Regulations
in Burundi
The ARCT's regulations and guidelines must be adhered to by the companies in order to guarantee compliance and foster campaign success.
SMS Regulations
Why Regulations Matter
To guarantee smooth SMS campaigns and prevent legal complications, companies must meet national telecom requirements. Key steps include setting up approved Sender IDs, collecting opt-in permissions, and observing permitted time windows for promotional messaging.
Local SMS Regulations
SMS Regulations for Local Companies
- Pre-registered sender id is allowed towards all Burundi networks.
International SMS Regulations
SMS Regulations
for International Companies
Dynamic Alphanumeric Sender ID is allowed in all Burundi networks.
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 keywords in user’s 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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