SMS rules for Portugal
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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: Portugal (PT).
In Portugal, there are specific guidelines for sending SMS messages. Alphanumeric sender IDs are supported, while generic sender IDs such as INFO, SMS and NOTICE are prohibited. To send marketing messages, consent is required from the recipients. It is important to note that P2P traffic is not allowed and there are restrictions against political, religious, unsolicited promotion and gambling content. In addition to these guidelines, our Acceptable Use Policy applies. We endeavor to keep the information up to date, but we cannot accept responsibility for any changes in legislation.
In Portugal, there are specific guidelines for sending SMS messages. Alphanumeric sender IDs are supported, while generic sender IDs such as INFO, SMS and NOTICE are prohibited. To send marketing messages, consent is required from the recipients. It is important to note that P2P traffic is not allowed and there are restrictions against political, religious, unsolicited promotion and gambling content. In addition to these guidelines, our Acceptable Use Policy applies. We endeavor to keep the information up to date, but we cannot accept responsibility for any changes in legislation.
Last updated: April 20, 2026