France (FR) — Carrier / Regulatory Requirements (SMS for Business Users)
To enable SMS with French phone numbers, mobile carriers require business verification details and supporting documentation. This article summarizes the regulatory requirements for France (FR), applicable to business users only.
Who this applies to
- Business customers requesting French phone numbers for SMS.
- This article focuses on SMS usage (transactional, alerts, notifications, two-way messaging).
- Individual requirements may differ and are not covered here.
France Phone Numbers (Local / National / Mobile)
Businesses must submit regulatory information and supporting documentation before French phone numbers can be provisioned and enabled for SMS.
Required business information & documentation
| Information required | Documentation required | Acceptable documentation |
|---|---|---|
| Name of Business | Proof of Identity |
|
| Business Registration Number | Proof of Registration |
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| Business Address | Proof of Address |
Address rules: A physical address in France is required. PO Boxes and virtual-only addresses are not accepted. |
| Authorized Representative’s Name | No documentation required | — |
| Authorized Representative’s Email | No documentation required | — |
| Website | No documentation required | Business website or social media URL (if available) |
SMS Activation Process
- Collect all required business information and documentation.
- Submit a Regulatory Bundle for France via your messaging provider.
- Wait for carrier and regulatory approval.
- Once approved, assign the regulatory bundle to your French phone numbers.
Important Notes
- Carrier approval is required before French phone numbers can be used for SMS.
- For geographic numbers, additional locality requirements may apply.
- These requirements apply to business messaging only.
- This information is provided for compliance guidance and does not constitute legal advice.