SMS rules for Cape Verde
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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: Cape Verde (CV).
Cape Verde allows both alphanumeric and numeric sender IDs, but generic sender IDs such as INFO, SMS, NOTICE etc. are not allowed. To send marketing messages, consent from the recipients is required before any marketing traffic is sent. It is important to note that person-to-person (P2P) traffic is prohibited. No content related to politics, religion, unsolicited advertising or gambling may be sent. In addition to these guidelines, our Acceptable Use Policy applies to all messages sent to Cape Verde. We strive to keep the information up to date and accurate, but we cannot be held responsible for any changes to the rules.
Cape Verde allows both alphanumeric and numeric sender IDs, but generic sender IDs such as INFO, SMS, NOTICE etc. are not allowed. To send marketing messages, consent from the recipients is required before any marketing traffic is sent. It is important to note that person-to-person (P2P) traffic is prohibited. No content related to politics, religion, unsolicited advertising or gambling may be sent. In addition to these guidelines, our Acceptable Use Policy applies to all messages sent to Cape Verde. We strive to keep the information up to date and accurate, but we cannot be held responsible for any changes to the rules.
Last updated: April 20, 2026