You can send One-Way and Two-Way SMS to Qatar.
However, you can't send MMS messages.
Available Sender IDs
You can choose from a few Sender ID options when sending to Qatar.
Registration and fees may apply.
Not sure which one to choose?
See our Sender ID guide or contact support — we're happy to help.
Alpha tags
Alpha tags allow you to use your brand name as your Sender ID instead of a number. Recipients cannot reply to messages sent using an alpha tag.
To register an alpha tag, please contact support.
Alpha tag registration usually takes 3 weeks.
Registration requirements
When registering an alpha tag, you will need to provide:
Alpha Tag: 11 characters max, no spaces
Sample Message Content
Service Description
Company Name
Company Website
Completion of a registration form (to be provided by our Global Sending Specialist)
A signed and stamped Letter of Authorisation (NOC) on brand company letterhead
Note: Pasted signatures and stamps will not be accepted
This is required to ensure the authenticity and integrity of the document
Additional Requirements for Local Businesses:
Copy of Local Trade License
No generic or numeric Alpha Tags allowed
All documents must be in English and officially attested by the relevant legal authority
Dedicated Short codes
Dedicated short codes are 5-6 digits long and offer superior throughput — ideal if you plan to send a high volume of messages.
To purchase a short code, please contact support.
Short code registration usually takes 7-9 weeks.
Rules and best practices
Marketing SMS Guidelines
Curfew: Marketing campaigns must not be sent between 21:00 and 07:00 local time (GMT +03:00).
No marketing campaigns are to be sent on Fridays or public holidays.
Content guidelines
Before you start sending, carefully review our sending guidelines to understand the types of messages you can't send. Additionally, you must adhere to the specific local regulations outlined below:
No political messages
No religious messages
No adult messages