ERITREA REGULATIONS
SMS Regulations
in Eritrea
To ensure compliance and boost campaign success, the companies must follow the regulations and guidelines of the Ministry of Information and Communications.
SMS Regulations
Why Regulations Matter
All businesses, local or international, must comply with national telecom regulations for SMS to ensure delivery and prevent legal issues. This requires configuring Sender IDs, gaining opt-in consent, and observing restricted hours for promotional messages.
Local SMS Regulations
SMS Regulations for Local Companies
- Full Dynamic (Alphanumeric-Numeric-Short Code) Sender ID is allowed in all Erithrean networks.
International SMS Regulations
SMS Regulations
for International Companies
Full Dynamic (Alphanumeric-Numeric-Short Code) Sender ID is allowed in all Erithrean 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 keyword 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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