Yemen
SMS Services in Yemen
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SMS & Telecom Governance
Who Regulates Messaging & Telecom in Yemen?
Regulatory Authority
Ministry of Telecommunications and Information Technology
Governs all SMS traffic and telecom policies
Ensures compliance for businesses
Telecom Operators
Yemen Mobile
Sabafon
YOU
- Both operators provide infrastructure for enterprise SMS services
- Sender ID and content approval handled via their platforms
Telecom Market share in Yemen
Yemen Mobile, Sabafon, and YOU (formerly MTN Yemen) collectively dominate Yemen’s telecom sector, operating in a challenging but regulated market environment. Yemen Mobile, the state-backed operator, leads with around 40% market share, followed by Sabafon with approximately 35%, and YOU with an estimated 25%.
Country Summary Snapshot
Yemen - An Overview
| Country Code | YE |
|---|---|
| Region | Middle East & Africa |
| Capital | Sanaa |
| Currency | Yemeni Rial |
| Language | Arabic |
| Calling Code | +967 |
| MCC | 421 |
| Mobile Number Portability | No |
| 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 Yemen’s telecom regulator, the Ministry of Telecommunications and Information Technology, to send SMS legally. Separate regulations apply for domestic SMS traffic and for international messaging.
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