TS 22.016 – IMEI Definition and Use
3GPP TS 22.016 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for IMEI Definition and Use. Its official 3GPP title is “International Mobile station Equipment Identities (IMEI)”. It is published in 17 releases (R99 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Defines International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) purpose, structure, and procedures for equipment identification, security, and network access control.
Releases and versions of TS 22.016
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.0.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.0.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-15 | 15.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-14 | 14.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-13 | 13.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-12 | 12.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-11 | 11.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-10 | 10.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-9 | 9.0.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-8 | 8.1.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-7 | 7.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-6 | 6.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-5 | 5.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-4 | 4.2.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R99 | 3.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 22.016
Category: Security (Identification). Technology generation: Multi-Gen. Network layer: UE.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
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Specifications that reference TS 22.016
Other specifications in the 22 series
- TS 22.002 Circuit Bearer Services Definition
- TS 22.003 Circuit Teleservices in PLMN
- TS 22.004 Supplementary Services Stage 1 Specification
- TS 22.011 Service accessibility
- TS 22.022 ME Personalisation Features for GSM/3G
- TS 22.024 Advice of Charge (AoC) Supplementary Service
- TS 22.030 UE Man-Machine Interface (MMI)
- TS 22.031 Fraud Information Gathering System (FIGS) Stage 1
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 22.016?
3GPP TS 22.016 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for IMEI Definition and Use. Defines International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) purpose, structure, and procedures for equipment identification, security, and network access control.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 22.016?
TS 22.016 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 22.016 belong to?
TS 22.016 belongs to the Security (Identification) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to Multi-Gen networks.
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