SMS to Germany.

Dialing code +49 · Europe. See which sender types, carrier registration timelines, and local compliance rules apply before you send transactional or marketing SMS to Germany.

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Policy last updated July 13, 2026

What you can send

SMS

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	Sender ID	Notes
Short code	Manual review	~14–30 business days	The submitted sender ID is preserved.	Supports two-way replies.
Alphanumeric Sender ID	No registration required	No approval wait	The submitted sender ID is preserved.	One-way only. no-gambling
Long code (phone number)	No registration required	No approval wait	The submitted sender ID is preserved.	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.

ConsentOpt-in required

Template approvalNot required

Quiet hoursApply

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

Launch in new markets without changing your code

Send to every country from the same SMS API endpoint. Register or provision an eligible local sender, enable the destination country on your workspace allowlist so traffic can only reach approved markets, and track real-time carrier delivery receipts through signed webhooks.

Sending to Germany, answered

Common questions about sender registration, two-way replies, and compliance when launching SMS in Germany.

Do I need to register a sender before sending SMS to Germany?

Registration is required for a short code. No registration is required for an alphanumeric sender ID or a long code; confirm availability, ownership and destination access before sending.

Can I use an alphanumeric sender ID in Germany?

Yes. No registration is required, and the submitted sender ID is preserved.

How long does sender registration take in Germany?

The recorded estimate for a short code is 14 to 30 business days; confirm timing before launch.

Can I receive replies from Germany?

Yes, if you send from a short code or a long code. Replies are delivered to you as signed webhooks.

Are there quiet hours for SMS in Germany?

Quiet hours are recorded here. Confirm the applicable sending window for your message purpose and recipient location.

Do I need consent before messaging someone in Germany?

Yes. The recipient must opt in before you send the first message.

What other channels can Bird reach Germany on?

WhatsApp and Voice, from the same account and API.

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