SMS destination
Germany
Dialing code +49 · Europe. Review the recorded SMS sender capabilities and country requirements for Germany.
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Policy last updated July 13, 2026
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Two-way messaging
Supported
Sender types
Compare the sender types listed for this destination, their registration requirements and recorded setup estimates. Confirm availability, throughput and timing for your use case.
| Sender | Activation | Setup time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short code | Manual review | ~14–30 business days | Supports two-way replies. |
| Alphanumeric Sender ID | No registration required | No approval wait | One-way only. |
| Long code (phone number) | No registration required | No approval wait | Supports two-way replies. |
Rules & regulations
Use this recorded country reference to prepare your launch. Requirements can depend on message purpose, sender type, network and recipient location; confirm the applicable rules before sending.
What this market refuses
Gambling traffic is strictly forbidden in Germany, especially without a local gambling license. Companies with a local license can send gambling content. Please submit a Gambling license in case you are submitting for Gambling sender/content.
One API
How sending works
Use the same SMS API across supported destinations. Prepare an eligible sender, enable the destination and apply the recipient permission your message requires. Track the accepted message through carrier submission and the delivery reports available for that route.
Sending to Germany, answered
What senders ask before their first message to Germany.
Do I need to register a sender before sending SMS to Germany?
Can I use an alphanumeric sender ID in Germany?
How long does sender registration take in Germany?
Can I receive replies from Germany?
Are there quiet hours for SMS in Germany?
Do I need consent before messaging someone in Germany?
What other channels can Bird reach Germany on?
The rest of the SMS platform
One API, one set of keys. Explore the other capabilities.
Put it into practice.
Continue with the documentation, guides and examples for this topic. Resources are in English.
Start sending to Germany
Create a workspace, register a sender, and send your first message from the same API you will scale on.