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UAE SMS Sender ID Registration

UAE SMS Sender ID Registration

This Guide explains how to register SMS Sender ID in the UAE in order to send outgoing messages.

Created: December 2024

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Introduction

In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), registering SMS Sender IDs is mandated by the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) to combat spam and ensure that recipients receive messages from verified sources. This process enhances trust in SMS communications by confirming the sender's identity and intent. Unregistered Sender IDs are typically blocked by mobile carriers, preventing unauthorized or potentially harmful messages from reaching users. 

By registering your SMS Sender ID, you align with the country’s regulations, protect your brand and keep your communication reliable.

Registration procedure

To register your numbers for SMS sending, follow the procedure described below:


Once the case is submitted, it can take up to 30 days to complete the registration.