SMS rules for France
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Sender ID restrictions
| Alphanumeric sender ID | Supports |
|---|---|
| Foreign numeric sender ID | Not supported |
| Local numeric sender ID | Supports |
| Generic sender ID prohibited | Yes, you can |
| Sender ID can be changed | No, you can't. |
| Virtual number required | No, you can't. |
| Marketing requires opt-in | Yes, you can |
| P2P prohibited | Yes, you can |
| Handset DLR unavailable | No, you can't. |
Delivery window
| Delivery window | 08:00:00 - 20:00:00 |
|---|---|
| Notes | Marketing SMS forbidden 20:00-08:00, Sundays and public holidays (French law L.34-5). |
Notes
France requires opt-in for all commercial SMS. Foreign numeric sender IDs are blocked by most operators. Generic sender IDs (INFO, SMS, etc.) are prohibited.