SMS Country regulations and restrictions

Namibia

Available countries

Before you start sending SMS messages to Namibia, please ensure that you understand the regulations around messaging in the country. All programs are required to be compliant with the applicable laws. Please contact our Support team if you are unsure about any of these regulations.

Restriction Description
DND exists No
Time restrictions No
International vs local split No
Local traffic N/A
International traffic From 1 August 2025, MTC requires traffic sent on behalf of international brands (defined as organizations with a HQ outside of Namibia) to be sent over a special international bind/number with increased pricing. Otherwise, traffic can be blocked, and penalties may be enforced. Our team can assist with setting up a local and international profile to accommodate both scenarios.
Content registration required No
Sender ID regulations All unregistered sender IDs will be overwritten with a short code.
Sender ID registration offered by Clickatell Not supported
Sender ID documentation required N/A
Country supports MNP No

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