SMS & Telecom Governance
Who Regulates Messaging & Telecom in Djibouti?
Regulatory Authority
Autorité de Régulation des Télécommunications(ART)
Governs all SMS traffic and telecom policies
Ensures compliance for businesses
Telecom Operators
Djibouti Telecom
- Both operators offer the infrastructure required for enterprise SMS delivery.
- Sender ID registration and message content approval are managed through their platforms.
Telecom Market share in Djibouti
In Djibouti, Djibouti Telecom operates as the sole telecom provider, maintaining a state-run monopoly that captures 100% of the sector’s revenue.
Country Summary Snapshot
Djibouti - An Overview
Country Code | DJ |
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Region | Middle East & Africa |
Capital | Djibouti City |
Currency | Djiboutian franc |
Language | French, Arabic |
Calling Code | +253 |
MCC | 638 |
Mobile Number Portability | Yes |
Two Way SMS supported | No |
Character Limit | 160 Characters |
Concatenated Messages Support | Yes |
SenderID Registration Required | No |
Regulation
SMS Regulations
Businesses and organisations must comply with Djibouti’s telecom regulator, Djibouti Telecom (state authority), to send SMS legally. Separate regulations apply for domestic SMS traffic and for international messaging.
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