TS 21.111 – USIM and UICC Requirements for 3G
3GPP TS 21.111 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for USIM and UICC Requirements for 3G. Its official 3GPP title is “USIM and IC card requirements”. It is published in 17 releases (R99 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Defines requirements for USIM and UICC in 3G networks, covering security, logical structure, and physical specifications.
Releases and versions of TS 21.111
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-15 | 15.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-14 | 14.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-13 | 13.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-12 | 12.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-11 | 11.0.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-10 | 10.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-9 | 9.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-8 | 8.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-7 | 7.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-6 | 6.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-5 | 5.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-4 | 4.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R99 | 3.5.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 21.111
Category: Security (Authentication). Technology generation: 3G. Network layer: UE.
Who should read this specification?
- Device manufacturers
- Network operators
- Regulators and standards bodies
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 21.111
- TS 36.306 E-UTRA UE Radio Access Capability Parameters
- TS 22.100 UMTS Service Requirements for Release '99
- TS 22.101 Service Principles for PLMNs
- TS 31.101 UICC-Terminal Interface Specification
- TS 31.111 USIM Application Toolkit (USAT) Specification
- TS 33.102 3G Security Architecture Specification
- 51.011 Specification of the Subscriber Identity Module ‑ Mobile Equipment (SIM ‑ ME) interface
Specifications that reference TS 21.111
Other specifications in the 21 series
- TS 21.06 UMTS Network and Service Management Requirements
- TS 21.101 3GPP Release 18 System Specifications List
- TS 21.102 3GPP Release 4 Specifications Overview
- TS 21.103 3GPP Release 5 Specifications Identification
- TS 21.133 3G Security: Threat Analysis & Requirements
- TS 21.201 3GPP Release 18 Specification List
- TS 21.202 Common IMS Specifications Catalogue
- TS 21.205 List of 3GPP Specifications for 5G System
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 21.111?
3GPP TS 21.111 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for USIM and UICC Requirements for 3G. Defines requirements for USIM and UICC in 3G networks, covering security, logical structure, and physical specifications.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 21.111?
TS 21.111 is published in 17 releases, from R99 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.0.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 21.111 belong to?
TS 21.111 belongs to the Security (Authentication) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 3G networks.
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