SMS & Telecom Governance
Who Regulates Messaging & Telecom in Uruguay?
Regulatory Authority
Regulatory Unit of Communications Services (URSEC)
Governs all SMS traffic and telecom policies
Ensures compliance for businesses
Telecom Operators
Antel
Movistar
Claro
- Both operators provide infrastructure for enterprise SMS services
- Sender ID and content approval handled via their platforms
Telecom Market share in Uruguay
In Uruguay, ANTEL dominates the telecom market with about 62% share, followed by Movistar with around 22%, while Claro holds roughly 16%, forming a three-operator market structure.
Country Summary Snapshot
Uruguay - An Overview
| Country Code | UY |
|---|---|
| Region | South America |
| Capital | Montevideo |
| Currency | Peso Uruguayo |
| Language | Spanish, Uruguayan Sign Language |
| Calling Code | +598 |
| MCC | 748 |
| Mobile Number Portability | No |
| 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 Uruguay’s telecom regulator, URSEC, to send SMS legally. Separate regulations apply for domestic SMS traffic and for international messaging.
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