Overview

As with many destinations in the Middle East, Qatar is a challenging market to deliver messages to. Many filters are in place to block SMS and even legitimate A2P traffic is very often blocked. To prevent filtering, Vonage has a direct route into Qatar Qtel (42701). This, combined with our adaptive routing technology, will prevent filtering and assure a high quality of SMS delivery.

Sender ID

Only Pre-registered traffic is allowed in Qatar. Vonage has partnered with suppliers that can pre-register against, and deliver SMS without a problem.

Ensure you are not using numeric or generic alpha Sender IDs and that you pre-register your alpha Sender ID and content with us. Sender ID must also be case sensitive. 

Content

Adult Content

Adult content is not allowed.

Political Content

Political content is not allowed.

Religious Content

Religious content is not allowed.

Other Features or Restrictions

Delivery Receipts

Delivery receipts should not be expected and the lack of delivery receipts does not indicate delivery failure.

Additional Information

For more information, see the following articles:

• Global SMS Features Overview (Outbound-Only)
• Global SMS Numbers Features Overview