SMS destination

Iraq

Iraq

Dialing code +964 · Asia. Review the recorded SMS sender capabilities and country requirements for Iraq.

Part of Bird SMS. Compare the sender and operational requirements across your markets.

Policy last updated 13 July 2026

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What you can send

SMS
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Two-way messaging

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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.

SenderActivationSetup timeNotes
Alphanumeric Sender IDNo registration requiredNo approval waitOne-way only.

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.

Template approvalNot required
Quiet hoursNo window recorded

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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 Iraq, answered

What senders ask before their first message to Iraq.

Do I need to register a sender before sending SMS to Iraq?
No registration is required for an alphanumeric sender ID; confirm availability, ownership and destination access before sending.
Can I use an alphanumeric sender ID in Iraq?
The reference lists alphanumeric senders without a registration requirement. Confirm how carriers present the sender ID for your use case.
Can I receive replies from Iraq?
No. You can send messages here but not receive replies.
Are there quiet hours for SMS in Iraq?
No country-wide sending window is recorded here. Confirm the rules that apply to your message purpose and recipient location.
What other channels can Bird reach Iraq on?
WhatsApp and Voice, from the same account and API.

The rest of the SMS platform

One API, one set of keys. Explore the other capabilities.

Sender-ID registrationPre-register alphanumeric and dedicated senders where countries require it.RoutingDestination controls, carrier connectivity and reported routing outcomes.NumbersLong codes, short codes, toll-free, and alphanumeric sender IDs.SendingThe send API: segments, Unicode safety, batch, and idempotency.Two-wayInbound SMS and conversational replies as HMAC-signed webhooks.All destinationsCoverage, sender types, and rules for every country Bird reaches.

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