Wholesale Carriers
Ref: ITU-T Recommendation D.140
International Termination Rates (ITR)
International Termination Rates & Surcharges
Direct Telecom Definition • Carrier Industry Standard
The inter-carrier settlement fee charged by a destination mobile network operator for terminating an SMS originating from outside its domestic network.
Key Takeaways & Executive Summary
- Market-driven cross-border settlement rates governing international A2P delivery.
- Governed by bilateral wholesale agreements with standard 7-day price change notification periods.
- Protected by transparent per-delivered-message billing on verified carrier white routes.
Technical Definition & Carrier Engineering Standards
International Termination Rates (ITR) are commercial wholesale fees established between international carrier partners and destination mobile networks for delivering cross-border messages. Unlike regulated domestic termination caps, ITR rates reflect international market demand, currency adjustments, and security firewall monetization.
Connected Software & Carrier Telecom Corridors
High-Volume SMS Corridors
Enterprise Dispatch Software
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do International Termination Rates (ITR) change?
Carrier ITR rate decks are typically reviewed monthly or quarterly, with reputable wholesale providers offering a standard 7-day advance notice for any rate adjustments.