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Moving Quotation SMS Template for Packers & Movers
A ready-to-adapt SMS message for packers, movers and relocation companies, with placeholders, sample values and compliance notes.
When to Send This Message
Send when the written quote is ready. For packers, movers and relocation companies, this is one of the everyday messages that keeps customers informed without a phone call. Most businesses send it automatically from their software, so the timing is consistent.
Clear surveys, written quotes and real-time move-day updates are the difference between a good review and a complaint.
The SMS Template
India (DLT format)
Dear {#var#}, your moving quotation {#var#} from {#var#} to {#var#} is ready: {#var#}. It lists all charges including GST and transit insurance.International (plain text)
Dear {customer}, your moving quotation {quote_no} from {origin} to {destination} is ready: {link}. It lists all charges including GST and transit insurance.Example with sample values
Dear Mr. Pandey, your moving quotation PM-3310 from Bhopal to Pune is ready: https://example.com/q/PM1. It lists all charges including GST and transit insurance.
With these sample values the message is 161 characters in the standard GSM-7 character set, which is 2 SMS parts (square brackets count as two characters each). Long links or local-language (Unicode) text increase the count, as Unicode SMS allow 70 characters per single part.
Replace [Business Name] with your registered brand name. Links shown use example.com as a placeholder; use your own domain.
Placeholders and Sample Values
| Placeholder | Meaning | Sample value |
|---|---|---|
| {#var#} | Customer | Mr. Pandey |
| {#var#} | Quote no | PM-3310 |
| {#var#} | Origin | Bhopal |
| {#var#} | Destination | Pune |
| {#var#} | Link | https://example.com/q/PM1 |
Filling in each placeholder
- Customer (sample: Mr. Pandey): Use the first name or the salutation the customer gave you; fall back to a neutral greeting if the field is empty.
- Quote no (sample: PM-3310): Use the same reference format that appears on your invoices, receipts or software, so customers and staff can match it quickly.
- Origin (sample: Bhopal): Keep the value short and specific; test the longest realistic value to check the message still reads well.
- Destination (sample: Pune): Keep the value short and specific; test the longest realistic value to check the message still reads well.
- Link (sample: https://example.com/q/PM1): Use your own short, recognisable domain; for SMS in India the domain must be whitelisted on DLT, and each variable is usually limited to 30 characters.
This template has 5 placeholders and a body of 156 characters before values are filled in. Shorter messages cost less and are more likely to be read in full; aim to keep the filled-in message within one or two SMS parts.
Category and Approval
In India this type of message is usually registered as Service Implicit: it relates to an existing transaction or relationship and can be delivered to numbers on the DND registry. It must not contain promotional content.
Compliance Checklist
- Each {#var#} holds only the kind of value it was registered for; most platforms limit each variable to 30 characters.
- Any link uses a domain whitelisted for your header, as TRAI requires for URLs in commercial SMS.
- The brand name in the message matches your registered business or header.
Rules to keep in mind for Packers & Movers
Quotations should list all charges, including GST and transit insurance, to avoid disputes under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. Messages should clearly identify the company and its registered contact numbers so customers can verify they are dealing with a genuine mover.
General guidance, not legal advice. Rules change, so confirm current requirements before launch. See our SMS compliance guide for India.
Tips for Better Results
- Keep one purpose per message; if you need to send a reminder and a document, the reminder should still make sense on its own.
- Use the customer's name and a reference number so the message is easy to trust and to search for later.
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Questions About This Template
When should a moving company send the moving quotation message?
Send when the written quote is ready. Sending it at a consistent time builds trust and reduces follow-up calls.
What does {#var#} mean?
It marks the variable part of a DLT template, such as a name, date or amount. Everything outside the variables must be sent exactly as registered.
Which DLT category should I choose for this moving quotation message?
Usually Service Implicit. The final category depends on your entity type, the consent you hold and your operator's guidelines, and we confirm it during registration.
Can DND Teams set this up for my moving company?
Yes. We adapt the template to your business, register or submit it, and connect it to your software or our panel. Share your use case on WhatsApp or through the form.
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