SMS & Telecom Governance
Who Regulates Messaging & Telecom in North Macedonia?
Regulatory Authority
Agency for Electronic Communications(AEC)
Governs all SMS traffic and telecom policies
Ensures compliance for businesses
Telecom Operators
A1 Makedonija
Makedonski Telekom
Others
- Enterprise messaging is routed through their regulated networks.
- Operator platforms ensure adherence to national telecom regulations for SMS traffic.
Telecom Market share in North Macedonia
In North Macedonia, A1 Makedonija holds around 48% of the telecom market, closely followed by Makedonski Telekom with approximately 47%, while other MVNOs account for the remaining 4–7%.
Country Summary Snapshot
North Macedonia - An Overview
| Country Code | MK |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe |
| Capital | Skopje |
| Currency | Macedonian Denar |
| Language | Macedonian, Albanian |
| Calling Code | +389 |
| MCC | 294 |
| Mobile Number Portability | Yes |
| Two Way SMS supported | No |
| Character Limit | None |
| Concatenated Messages Support | Yes |
| SenderID Registration Required | Yes |
Regulation
SMS Regulations
Businesses and organisations must comply with North Macedonia’s telecom regulator, the Agency for Electronic Communications (AEK), to send SMS legally. Separate regulations apply for domestic SMS traffic and international messaging, including Sender ID registration, message content approval, and user opt-in consent requirements.
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Sender ID Registrations
The companies that are planning to send SMS in the North Macedonia must register their Sender ID. There are guidelines to register the Sender ID
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