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Guide for Sending SMS Messages to Taiwan
Review the guidelines and restrictions for sending SMS messages to recipients in Taiwan. 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 | No | No | Yes | No |
| Two-way Support | -- | -- | Yes | -- |
| Provisioning Time | -- | -- | 2 weeks | -- |
| Comments | -- | -- | Requires preregistration | -- |
SMS Code Provisioning Guidelines
Use a local long code for both marketing and transactional two-way sends. Code requests must include an international code request form, a copy of a business registration or trading certificate, and a copy of the authorized individual's national ID card or passport. Submit callback numbers and complete URLs included in your messages to all carriers for allowlisting.
Restricted Content
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. Taiwan generally forbids content related, but not limited to, these products and services:
Best Practices and Compliance References
Telecommunications in Taiwan are regulated by National Communications Commission (NCC).
