SMS & Telecom Governance
Who Regulates Messaging & Telecom in Dominica?
Regulatory Authority
National Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (NTRC-OECS)
Governs all SMS traffic and telecom policies
Ensures compliance for businesses
Telecom Operators
Flow
Digicel
- Both operators deliver the infrastructure necessary for enterprise SMS services.
- Sender ID registration and message content approval are managed through their platforms.
Telecom Market share in Dominica
In Dominica, Digicel holds a dominant position with over 70% of the telecom market, while Flow (C&W) accounts for less than 30%, reflecting a clear two-operator structure.
Country Summary Snapshot
Dominica - An Overview
Country Code | DM |
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Region | North America |
Capital | Roseau |
Currency | Dominican Peso |
Language | English, French |
Calling Code | +1767 |
MCC | 366 |
Mobile Number Portability | No |
Two Way SMS supported | No |
Character Limit | GSM 3.38=160, Unicode=70 |
Concatenated Messages Support | No |
SenderID Registration Required | No |
Regulation
SMS Regulations
Businesses and organisations must comply with Dominica’s telecom regulator, NTRC (National Telecommunications Regulatory Commission), to send SMS legally. Separate regulations apply for domestic SMS traffic and for international messaging
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