Direct Carrier Billing Market

By Type;

Limited DCB, Pure DCB, MSISDN Forwarding, PIN or MO Base Window, and Others

By Platform;

Android, iOS, and Others

By Component;

Hardware, Software, and Services

By Authentication Type;

Single Factor Authentication, and Two Factor Authentication

By End-User;

Apps & Games, Online Media, and Others

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn100773489 Published Date: June, 2025 Updated Date: July, 2025

Direct Carrier Billing Market Overview

Direct Carrier Billing Market (USD Million)

Direct Carrier Billing Market was valued at USD 44,583.57 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 94,922.94 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 11.4%.


Direct Carrier Billing Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 11.4 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)11.4 %
Market Size (2024)USD 44,583.57 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 94,922.94 Million
Market ConcentrationLow
Report Pages351
44,583.57
2024
94,922.94
2031

Major Players

  • Bango PLC
  • Fortumo
  • Boku, Inc.
  • Centili Limited
  • Infobip
  • txtNation Limited
  • DIMOCO
  • NTH Mobile
  • DOCOMO Digital
  • Zong (A PayPal Service)

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Direct Carrier Billing Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Direct Carrier Billing (DCB) Market is expanding rapidly as consumers seek frictionless and secure payment experiences through mobile phones. DCB allows users to pay for services by charging purchases directly to their mobile phone bills, removing the need for cards or e-wallets. Over 55% of digital platforms now support DCB to increase transaction completion rates and enhance accessibility in mobile-first regions.

Expansion of Digital Content and OTT Services Boosting Adoption
A surge in digital media consumption, especially in mobile gaming, streaming, and in-app purchases, is significantly contributing to DCB growth. More than 50% of content providers have adopted DCB to enable quicker payments and reach unbanked users. It offers a simple, one-click process, making it ideal for monetizing low-value, high-frequency purchases across entertainment platforms.

Enhanced Reach in Underbanked and Emerging Markets
DCB plays a critical role in markets where credit card penetration is low but mobile phone usage is high. Over 45% of telecom operators in these regions now offer DCB services, making it easier for users without access to banking to participate in the digital economy. This supports financial inclusion while creating new revenue streams for telcos and digital service providers.

Integration with Carrier APIs and Fraud Prevention Tools
Improvements in carrier-grade APIs, security protocols, and fraud management tools are making DCB safer and more scalable. Nearly 40% of DCB solutions now feature enhanced authentication, transaction monitoring, and analytics for compliance and user protection. These features are helping gain regulatory trust and improve customer retention in competitive markets.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Platform
    3. Market Snapshot, By Component
    4. Market Snapshot, By Authentication Type
    5. Market Snapshot, By End-User
    6. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Direct Carrier Billing Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Rising Demand for Digital Content and Services
        2. Convenience and Seamless Payment Experience
        3. Expansion of Mobile Commerce and App Ecosystem
      2. Restraints
        1. Limited Consumer Awareness and Trust
        2. Revenue Share Disputes and Complex Ecosystem
        3. Security Concerns and Fraud Risks
      3. Opportunities
        1. Expansion of Digital Content Consumption
        2. Rising Smartphone Penetration Rates
        3. Growth in Subscription-based Services
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Direct Carrier Billing Market, By Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Limited DCB
      2. Pure DCB
      3. MSISDN Forwarding
      4. PIN or MO Base Window
      5. Others
    2. Direct Carrier Billing Market, By Platform, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Android
      2. iOS
      3. Others
    3. Direct Carrier Billing Market, By Component, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Hardware
      2. Software
      3. Services
    4. Direct Carrier Billing Market, By Authentication Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Single Factor Authentication
      2. Two Factor Authentication
    5. Direct Carrier Billing Market, By End-User, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Apps & Games
      2. Online Media
      3. Others
    6. Direct Carrier Billing Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Bango PLC
      2. Fortumo
      3. Boku, Inc.
      4. Centili Limited
      5. Infobip
      6. txtNation Limited
      7. DIMOCO
      8. NTH Mobile
      9. DOCOMO Digital
      10. Zong (A PayPal Service)
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market