Reliable SMS delivery to South Sudan

Send SMS to South Sudan

Connect with 2M mobile users in South Sudan. Experience reliable 99.5% $0.100 per message.

99.5%
Delivery Rate
<200ms
Response Time
Market Overview

Mobile Market in South Sudan

Understanding the local mobile landscape for effective SMS campaigns

11M

Population

N/A

Penetration

+211

Country Code

Africa/Juba

Timezone

South Sudan 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 South Sudan

Digitel

$ 0.100 per SMS
5G Network Unicode Support Delivery Receipts +1 more

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

MTN

$ 0.100 per SMS
5G Network Unicode Support Delivery Receipts +1 more

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

Sudatel Group

$ 0.100 per SMS
5G Network Unicode Support Delivery Receipts +1 more

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

Gemtel

$ 0.298 per SMS
5G Network Unicode Support Delivery Receipts +1 more

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

Network of the World

$ 0.298 per SMS
5G Network Unicode Support Delivery Receipts +1 more

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

Zain

$ 0.298 per SMS
5G Network Unicode Support Delivery Receipts +1 more

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

Use Cases

Popular Use Cases in South Sudan

How businesses use SMS to connect with customers in South Sudan

E-commerce & Retail

Order confirmations and promotional campaigns for South Sudan's retail market

  • Order confirmations
  • Shipping notifications
  • Flash sale alerts

Banking & FinTech

OTP verification and transaction alerts for South Sudan's financial sector

  • OTP verification
  • Transaction alerts
  • Security notifications

Healthcare

Appointment reminders in South Sudan's healthcare system

  • Appointment reminders
  • Test results
  • Health tips

Business Services

Customer engagement and notifications for businesses in South Sudan

  • Meeting reminders
  • Verification codes
  • Status updates
Developer Friendly

Easy Integration

Connect with our API and start sending SMS to South Sudan in minutes

// Send SMS to South Sudan - 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: '+211XXXXXXXX',
    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

South Sudan 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 South Sudan

How much does it cost to send an SMS to South Sudan?

SMS pricing to South Sudan starts from $0.100 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 South Sudan?

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 South Sudan?

We support all major mobile carriers in South Sudan, including Digitel, MTN, Sudatel Group and others. Messages are routed through reliable SMS aggregators to ensure delivery.

How long does SMS delivery take to South Sudan?

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 South Sudan?

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 South Sudan?

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 South Sudan

Stay compliant with local regulations and best practices

Data Protection

Comply with local data protection regulations when sending SMS to South Sudan.

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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