SMS rules for Barbados
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Sender ID restrictions
| Alphanumeric sender ID | Supported |
|---|---|
| Foreign numeric sender ID | Supported |
| Local numeric sender ID | Supported |
| Generic sender ID prohibited | Yes, you can |
| Sender ID can be changed | No, you can't. |
| Virtual number required | Yes, you can |
| Marketing requires opt-in | Yes, you can |
| P2P prohibited | Yes, you can |
| Handset DLR unavailable | No, you can't. |
Content restrictions
| Category | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Gambling / Games | PROHIBITED | Detected from provider text: gambling, betting, casino |
| Political content | PROHIBITED | Detected from provider text: political |
| Religious content | PROHIBITED | Detected from provider text: religious |
| Marketing / Advertising | PROHIBITED | Detected from provider text: marketing, promotion |
Notes
Country: Barbados (BB).
Barbados is part of North America and has the country code 1246 and the mobile country code 342. When sending SMS messages to Barbados, specific sender ID guidelines apply. Alphanumeric sender IDs are supported, while numeric sender IDs are not allowed unless a two-way service is used. Generic sender IDs such as INFO, SMS, NOTICE, etc. are prohibited.
When it comes to marketing traffic, it is necessary to obtain consent from recipients before sending messages. It is important to note that P2P traffic is prohibited and no content related to politics, religion, unsolicited promotion or gambling may be sent. In addition to these guidelines, our Acceptable Use Policy applies to all types of content.
We recommend that you stay updated on any changes to the rules for text messaging in Barbados, as these may change over time. Our goal is to ensure that all information is accurate and up to date.
Barbados is part of North America and has the country code 1246 and the mobile country code 342. When sending SMS messages to Barbados, specific sender ID guidelines apply. Alphanumeric sender IDs are supported, while numeric sender IDs are not allowed unless a two-way service is used. Generic sender IDs such as INFO, SMS, NOTICE, etc. are prohibited.
When it comes to marketing traffic, it is necessary to obtain consent from recipients before sending messages. It is important to note that P2P traffic is prohibited and no content related to politics, religion, unsolicited promotion or gambling may be sent. In addition to these guidelines, our Acceptable Use Policy applies to all types of content.
We recommend that you stay updated on any changes to the rules for text messaging in Barbados, as these may change over time. Our goal is to ensure that all information is accurate and up to date.
Last updated: April 20, 2026