TS 29.572 – 5G LMF Service-Based Interface
3GPP TS 29.572 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for 5G LMF Service-Based Interface. Its official 3GPP title is “Location Management Services”. It is published in 6 releases (Rel-15 to Rel-20); the latest version is 20.1.0 in Rel-20.
Defines the stage 3 protocol and data model for 5G LMF services, including UE positioning, broadcast assistance, data exposure, and secure location procedures.
Releases and versions of TS 29.572
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-20 | 20.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-19 | 19.7.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.11.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.13.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.11.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-15 | 15.7.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 29.572
Category: Services (Location Services). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: Services.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Expert. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 29.572
- TS 29.510 NRF Service-Based Interface
- TR 21.900 3GPP Document Management Working Methods
- TS 22.071 Location Services (LCS) Stage 1
- TS 29.002 Mobile Application Part (MAP) Specification
- TS 23.273 5G Location Services Architecture Stage 2
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 24.080 Supplementary Services Formats and Coding
- TS 37.355 LTE Positioning Protocol (LPP)
- TS 24.501 5GS NAS Protocol Specification
- TS 29.518 AMF Service Based Interface
- TS 29.171 LCS-AP between MME and E-SMLC (SLs)
- TS 33.256 Security for Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS)
Specifications that reference TS 29.572
- TS 29.571 5G Common Data Types
- TS 29.510 NRF Service-Based Interface
- TS 23.032 Universal Geographical Area Description
- TS 23.288 5G Network Data Analytics Architecture
- TS 28.541 5G Network Resource Model (NRM) Stage 2 and 3
- TS 28.552 5G Network Performance Measurements
- TS 29.122 T8 SCEF Service Exposure APIs
- TS 23.273 5G Location Services Architecture Stage 2
- TS 29.503 UDM Service Based Interface
- TS 29.522 NEF Northbound Interface
- TS 23.434 Service Enabler Architecture Layer (SEAL) for Verticals
- TS 29.518 AMF Service Based Interface
Other specifications in the 29 series
- TS 29.566 Neif Energy Event Exposure Service
- TS 29.569 AIoT Function Service API
- TS 29.570 SCP Event Exposure Service
- TS 29.571 5G Common Data Types
- TS 29.573 5G PLMN Interconnection Interface
- TS 29.574 DCCF Service Based Interface
- TS 29.575 ADRF Service Based Interface
- TS 29.576 MFAF Service Based Interface
Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 29.572?
3GPP TS 29.572 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for 5G LMF Service-Based Interface. Defines the stage 3 protocol and data model for 5G LMF services, including UE positioning, broadcast assistance, data exposure, and secure location procedures.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 29.572?
TS 29.572 is published in 6 releases, from Rel-15 to Rel-20. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 20.1.0 (Rel-20).
What category does TS 29.572 belong to?
TS 29.572 belongs to the Services (Location Services) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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