SMS & Telecom Governance
Who Regulates Messaging & Telecom in Malta?
Regulatory Authority
Malta Communications Authority (MCA)
Governs all SMS traffic and telecom policies
Ensures compliance for businesses
Telecom Operators
Epic
GO
Melita
- Both operators offer the network infrastructure required for enterprise SMS delivery.
- Sender ID registration and message content approval are managed through their platforms.
Telecom Market share in Malta
Malta’s telecom market is shared among three main operators, with Epic leading at 42.2%, followed by GO with 34.8%, and Melita holding 23.0% of the sector.
Country Summary Snapshot
Malta - An Overview
Country Code | MT |
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Region | Europe |
Capital | Valletta |
Currency | Euro (€) |
Language | Maltese, English |
Calling Code | +356 |
MCC | 278 |
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 Malta’s telecom regulator, the Malta Communications Authority (MCA), to send SMS legally. Separate regulations apply for domestic SMS traffic and for international messaging.
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