Local direct SMS in Rwanda
Registered Sender ID traffic delivered over direct connections to all 2 mobile networks in Rwanda.
Last verified 23 October 2026
Mobile networks
| Network | MCC / MNC | Alphanumeric Sender ID | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airtel | 635 / 14, 13 | Supported | Active |
| MTN Rwandacell SARL | 635 / 10 | Supported | Active |
Sender ID at a glance
Full Sender ID rules →- Registration
- Required on every network
- Setup fee
- USD 100 per network
- Lead time
- 21 business days
- Recurring fee
- None
Compliance highlights
All compliance rules →- Quiet hours
- No statutory quiet hours identified; send promotional SMS 08:00-20:00 local time (industry best practice). Transactional/OTP 24/7.
- Consent
- Prior opt-in consent required for promotional SMS under Law 058/2021 on protection of personal data and privacy; transactional/OTP allowed within an existing service relationship.
- Data protection law
- Law 058/2021 on protection of personal data and privacy. Supervisory authority: NCSA.