UK Mobile Network Operators provide a range of services behind short codes for their own branded services and those of third party Service Providers. Over the past year, the UK Mobile Network Operators (MNO's) have recognised an increasing demand for the provision of short-codes and notably for the provision of short-codes on a common basis across more than one UK mobile network...
Charity Short codes are a new range of short codes in the 70000 to 70999 range. Service providers and Charities should use this range to make their donation facility distinguishable from other short code services.
Charity short codes get different VAT treatment by Network Operators. Provided that the use of the short code fulfils certain conditions, the donation is VAT exempt. Other commercial terms such as short code rental and commission rates are agreed separately between the MNO and the Service Provider or Charity.
