Filipino nurse processing DOH Abu Dhabi license via IPASS cannot receive SMS OTP from UAE Pass system while in the Philippines, stalling the entire application.

UAE Pass system fails to send international SMS OTPs to Philippine mobile numbers, and support has not resolved it for weeks.

Severity

4High

Willingness to Pay

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Added

Jun 24, 2026

App Concept

OTP Bridge

OTP Bridge is a cloud-based service that provides a reliable alternative SMS gateway for international users of national identity verification systems like UAE Pass. It solves the problem of cross-border OTP delivery by routing codes through local SMS providers or offering in-app OTP bypass. Unlike standard carrier SMS, OTP Bridge ensures delivery even when the sender's network blocks international traffic.

Key Features

Multi-carrier SMS routing for international numbers
Fallback to email or in-app OTP delivery
Real-time delivery status and logs
Simple API integration for government identity platforms

Target Users: Expatriate professionals (e.g., nurses, engineers) applying for licenses abroad who face SMS OTP delivery failures from government portals.

Revenue Model: $3 per verified OTP transaction or $19/month subscription for up to 50 OTPs/month

Existing Solutions Mentioned

UAE Pass support email (uaepass.ae)IPASS

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