SMS & Telecom Governance
Who Regulates Messaging & Telecom in Hungary?
Regulatory Authority
National Media and Infocommunications Authority (NMHH)
Governs all SMS traffic and telecom policies
Ensures compliance for businesses
Telecom Operators
Magyar Telekom
Yettel
Vodafone
- Both operators offer the infrastructure required for enterprise SMS services.
- Sender ID registration and message content approval are managed through their platforms.
Telecom Market share in Hungary
Magyar Telekom leads Hungary’s telecom market with about 45% share, while Yettel (formerly Telenor) and Vodafone each hold around 26-29%. Together, the three operators form a concentrated triopoly, covering nearly the entire mobile sector.
Country Summary Snapshot
Hungary - An Overview
Country Code | HU |
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Region | Europe |
Capital | Budapest |
Currency | Hungarian Forint (HUF) |
Language | Hungarian |
Calling Code | +36 |
MCC | 216 |
Mobile Number Portability | Yes |
Two Way SMS supported | Yes |
Character Limit | None |
Concatenated Messages Support | Yes |
SenderID Registration Required | No |
Regulation
SMS Regulations
Businesses and organisations must comply with the regulations of Hungary’s National Media and Infocommunications Authority (NMHH) to send SMS legally in the country. Separate rules apply for domestic messaging and for international SMS traffic.
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