SMS & Telecom Governance
Who Regulates Messaging & Telecom in Cyprus?
Regulatory Authority
Commissioner of Electronic Communications and Postal Regulation OCECPR
Governs all SMS traffic and telecom policies
Ensures compliance for businesses
Telecom Operators
Cyta
Epic
PrimeTel
Cablenet
- Both operators provide infrastructure for enterprise SMS services
- Sender ID and content approval handled via their platforms
Telecom Market share in Cyprus
In Cyprus, Cyta leads the telecom market with around 45% share, followed by Epic with approximately 35%, while PrimeTel and Cablenet together account for about 20%, shaping a competitive multi-operator landscape.
Country Summary Snapshot
Cyprus - An Overview
| Country Code | CY |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe |
| Capital | Nicosia |
| Currency | Euro |
| Language | Greek, Turkish |
| Calling Code | +357 |
| MCC | 280 |
| Mobile Number Portability | Yes |
| 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 Cyprus’s telecom regulator, OCECPR, to send SMS legally. Separate regulations apply for domestic SMS traffic and for international messaging.
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