Reliable SMS delivery to Taiwan

Send SMS to Taiwan

Connect with 29M mobile users in Taiwan. Experience reliable 99.5% $0.072 per message.

99.5%
Delivery Rate
<200ms
Response Time
Market Overview

Mobile Market in Taiwan

Understanding the local mobile landscape for effective SMS campaigns

23M

Population

N/A

Penetration

+886

Country Code

Asia/Taipei

Timezone

Taiwan 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 Taiwan

Asia-Pacific Telecom

$ 0.072 per SMS
5G Network Unicode Support Delivery Receipts +1 more

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

T Star

$ 0.072 per SMS
5G Network Unicode Support Delivery Receipts +1 more

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

Chunghwa Telecom

$ 0.112 per SMS
5G Network Unicode Support Delivery Receipts +1 more

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

FarEasTone

$ 0.112 per SMS
5G Network Unicode Support Delivery Receipts +1 more

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

Taiwan Mobile

$ 0.112 per SMS
5G Network Unicode Support Delivery Receipts +1 more

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

Use Cases

Popular Use Cases in Taiwan

How businesses use SMS to connect with customers in Taiwan

E-commerce & Retail

Order confirmations and promotional campaigns for Taiwan's retail market

  • Order confirmations
  • Shipping notifications
  • Flash sale alerts

Banking & FinTech

OTP verification and transaction alerts for Taiwan's financial sector

  • OTP verification
  • Transaction alerts
  • Security notifications

Healthcare

Appointment reminders in Taiwan's healthcare system

  • Appointment reminders
  • Test results
  • Health tips

Business Services

Customer engagement and notifications for businesses in Taiwan

  • Meeting reminders
  • Verification codes
  • Status updates
Developer Friendly

Easy Integration

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

// Send SMS to Taiwan - 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: '+886XXXXXXXX',
    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

Taiwan 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 Taiwan

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

SMS pricing to Taiwan starts from $0.072 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 Taiwan?

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 Taiwan?

We support all major mobile carriers in Taiwan, including Asia-Pacific Telecom, T Star, Chunghwa Telecom and others. Messages are routed through reliable SMS aggregators to ensure delivery.

How long does SMS delivery take to Taiwan?

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 Taiwan?

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 Taiwan?

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 Taiwan

Stay compliant with local regulations and best practices

Data Protection

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

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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