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New Zealand SMS messaging regulations and restrictions
Before you start sending to New Zealand, please ensure you understand the consumer regulations around messaging as outlined by the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment. It is best practice to obtain end-user consent before sending any communication from your service. Unsolicited messages will not be sent to end-users. It is best to communicate with end-users during their daytime unless the message is urgent.
| Restriction | Description |
| DND exists | No |
| Time restrictions | No |
| International vs local split | No |
| Local traffic | N/A |
| International traffic | N/A |
| General content restrictions |
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| Content registration required |
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| Opt-out instructions required | No |
| Sender ID regulations | All sender IDs will be overwritten with a local shortcode |
| Sender ID documentation required | N/A |
| Country supports MNP | Yes |
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