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Guide for Sending SMS Messages to the Netherlands
Review the guidelines and restrictions for sending SMS messages to recipients in the Netherlands. This information is for general informational purposes only. This information doesn't, and isn't intended to, constitute legal advice. Consult your own independent legal counsel for guidance on use cases and applicable legal and industry requirements.
| Short Code | International Long Code | Local Long Code | Alphanumeric Code | |
| Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Two-way Support | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Provisioning Time | 10 weeks | 1 week | 3 weeks | 1 week |
| Comments | Requires preregistration | Requires preregistration | Requires preregistration |
SMS Code Provisioning Guidelines
Use an alphanumeric code from the Netherlands for one-way sends that handle both marketing and transactional sends. Alphanumeric codes can't be generic and must be associated with the brand, enterprise, product, or service. These codes can only use alphanumeric characters and spaces. You can also send two-way messages for marketing and transactional purposes via local short and long codes.
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You’re responsible for complying with local rules and regulations. To ensure compliance, familiarize yourself with the legislation of the local market. Failure to comply can result in service suspension, cancellation, and potential fines.
Best Practices and Compliance References
Consider using different alphanumeric codes for marketing and transactional messaging. Telecommunications in the Netherlands are regulated by Authority for Consumers and Markets.
