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Enabling International Outbound Voice & SMS

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---title: Enabling International Outbound Voice & SMSdescription: Step by step guide for how to enable International Outbound Dialing & SMS on a SignalWire Spaceslug: /guides/how-to-enable-international-outbound-dialing-smssidebar_position: 7x-custom: ported_from_readme: true---Overview--------SignalWire enables users to make calls and send SMS to over 230 international area codes. Please follow the steps outlined below to activate and begin International Outbound Dialing & SMS on your SignalWire space.How to Request International Activation---------------------------------------If International services are not enabled on your SignalWire space, please [submit a request form](https://support.signalwire.com/hc/en-us/requests/new?ticket_form_id=13502646494107) for International Services to be enabled. A new support case will be opened and our technicians will be in contact when approved and enabled.Enable Geographic Permissions----------------------------- Once enabled, users will need to add the geographic permission for each country they would like to be able to dial or message. Follow the steps below to complete:### NavigationFirst navigate to your signalwire dashboard, and access the drop-down menu in the top right

Now select Settings
:::danger Cant See Settings?Only administrators and owners have access to the Space Settings.:::### Selecting CountriesOnce in the space settings menu, click Geographic PermissionsHere you can check the box for the countries for which you would like to enable international Dialing/SMS.
:::cautionPlease Note: Messaging can only be sent from US and Canadian (CA) long code numbers. International SMS is not enabled for toll-free numbers.:::