SMS rules for Tuvalu
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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: Tuvalu (TV)
Tuvalu is located in Oceania and has the country code 688 and mobile code 553. When sending SMS messages to Tuvalu, there are specific guidelines that must be followed. Alphanumeric sender IDs are allowed, while numeric sender IDs are not supported. Generic sender IDs such as INFO, SMS or NOTICE are prohibited.
For marketing messages, prior consent from the recipients is required. It is important to note that person-to-person (P2P) traffic is prohibited, nor is content related to politics, religion, unsolicited advertising or gambling. There are no additional content restrictions beyond those stated in our Acceptable Use Policy.
We strive to keep the information updated and correct, but we cannot take responsibility for changes in the rules for SMS broadcasting in individual countries. For more information or advice, please contact our experts.
Tuvalu is located in Oceania and has the country code 688 and mobile code 553. When sending SMS messages to Tuvalu, there are specific guidelines that must be followed. Alphanumeric sender IDs are allowed, while numeric sender IDs are not supported. Generic sender IDs such as INFO, SMS or NOTICE are prohibited.
For marketing messages, prior consent from the recipients is required. It is important to note that person-to-person (P2P) traffic is prohibited, nor is content related to politics, religion, unsolicited advertising or gambling. There are no additional content restrictions beyond those stated in our Acceptable Use Policy.
We strive to keep the information updated and correct, but we cannot take responsibility for changes in the rules for SMS broadcasting in individual countries. For more information or advice, please contact our experts.
Last updated: April 20, 2026