Reliable SMS delivery to Gambia

Send SMS to Gambia

Connect with 2.8M mobile users in Gambia. Experience reliable 99.5% $0.252 per message.

99.5%
Delivery Rate
<200ms
Response Time
Market Overview

Mobile Market in Gambia

Understanding the local mobile landscape for effective SMS campaigns

2.5M

Population

N/A

Penetration

+220

Country Code

Africa/Banjul

Timezone

Gambia has a modern mobile infrastructure. SMS remains an effective communication channel for businesses.

Network Operators

Local Mobile Networks

Direct connections with all major mobile operators in Gambia

Africell

$ 0.252 per SMS
5G Network Unicode Support Delivery Receipts +1 more

Delivery optimized for Gambia. Features: 5G Network, Unicode Support, Delivery Receipts, Priority Routing.

Comium

$ 0.252 per SMS
5G Network Unicode Support Delivery Receipts +1 more

Delivery optimized for Gambia. Features: 5G Network, Unicode Support, Delivery Receipts, Priority Routing.

Gamcel

$ 0.252 per SMS
5G Network Unicode Support Delivery Receipts +1 more

Delivery optimized for Gambia. Features: 5G Network, Unicode Support, Delivery Receipts, Priority Routing.

QCell

$ 0.252 per SMS
5G Network Unicode Support Delivery Receipts +1 more

Delivery optimized for Gambia. Features: 5G Network, Unicode Support, Delivery Receipts, Priority Routing.

Use Cases

Popular Use Cases in Gambia

How businesses use SMS to connect with customers in Gambia

E-commerce & Retail

Order confirmations and promotional campaigns for Gambia's retail market

  • Order confirmations
  • Shipping notifications
  • Flash sale alerts

Banking & FinTech

OTP verification and transaction alerts for Gambia's financial sector

  • OTP verification
  • Transaction alerts
  • Security notifications

Healthcare

Appointment reminders in Gambia's healthcare system

  • Appointment reminders
  • Test results
  • Health tips

Business Services

Customer engagement and notifications for businesses in Gambia

  • Meeting reminders
  • Verification codes
  • Status updates
Developer Friendly

Easy Integration

Connect with our API and start sending SMS to Gambia in minutes

// Send SMS to Gambia - POST Request
const response = await fetch('https://api.smspm.com', {
  method: 'POST',
  headers: {
    'Content-Type': 'application/json'
  },
  body: JSON.stringify({
    hash: 'e3dbe013-6f66-4fae-8ae2-96c364cb6b61',
    toNumber: '+220XXXXXXXX',
    text: 'Hello! Your verification code is 123456.',
    fromNumber: 'smspm.com',
    token: 'YOUR_API_TOKEN'
  })
});

const result = await response.json();
console.log('Message sent:', result);

Features

REST API

Simple HTTP-based API that works with any programming language

Gambia Language Support

Full Unicode support for local characters and languages

Real-time Delivery Reports

Track message delivery status with detailed analytics

Webhook Notifications

Receive real-time updates on message status changes

View API Documentation
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about sending SMS to Gambia

How much does it cost to send an SMS to Gambia?

SMS pricing to Gambia starts from $0.252 per message. Final cost depends on the mobile carrier. Long messages are automatically split: 160 characters for standard text (GSM-7) or 70 characters for Unicode (emojis, special characters). Each part is charged separately.

What are the character limits for SMS to Gambia?

Standard SMS (GSM-7 encoding) allows 160 characters per message. Unicode messages (containing emojis, Cyrillic, Arabic, Chinese, or special characters) are limited to 70 characters. Long messages are automatically split into parts: GSM-7 uses 153 characters per part, Unicode uses 67 characters per part. Each part is billed as a separate message.

Which mobile carriers are supported in Gambia?

We support all major mobile carriers in Gambia, including Africell, Comium, Gamcel and others. Messages are routed through reliable SMS aggregators to ensure delivery.

How long does SMS delivery take to Gambia?

Messages typically arrive within 5-10 seconds when the recipient's phone is on and has network coverage. Delivery rate is approximately 99.5% for active devices. Messages to switched-off phones or invalid numbers may fail, lowering the overall success rate. You can check message status using our API or receive delivery reports via callbacks.

Do I need to register my Sender ID for Gambia?

Yes, sender IDs must be pre-approved before use. To register: (1) Log into your account at app.smspm.com, (2) Navigate to SMS page, (3) Click 'Sender request' button, (4) Submit your desired sender ID for approval. By default, 'smspm.com' is activated. Alphanumeric sender IDs are limited to 11 characters, numeric to 15 digits.

What encoding is used for messages to Gambia?

Encoding is detected automatically. Standard text uses GSM-7 bit encoding (160 chars). Messages with Unicode characters (emojis, non-Latin alphabets) automatically switch to UCS-2 encoding (70 chars). Extended GSM characters like €, [, ], {, }, |, ~, ^ count as 2 characters. You don't need to specify encoding—our API handles it automatically.

Compliance

SMS Regulations in Gambia

Stay compliant with local regulations and best practices

Data Protection

Comply with local data protection regulations when sending SMS to Gambia.

Opt-out Requirements

Respect user preferences and maintain opt-out lists.

Content Guidelines

Follow local content regulations and cultural norms.

Need Compliance Guidance?

Our compliance experts can help you navigate local regulations and ensure your SMS campaigns meet all requirements.

Contact Compliance Team

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