TS 31.116 – SIM/USIM Remote Management Specification
3GPP TS 31.116 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for SIM/USIM Remote Management Specification. It is published in 12 releases (Rel-8 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Defines remote file and applet management for SIM/USIM/ISIM using APDU commands over SMS/HTTP.
Releases and versions of TS 31.116
| 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 | 16.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-15 | 15.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-14 | 14.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-13 | 13.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-12 | 12.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-11 | 11.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-10 | 10.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-9 | 9.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-8 | 8.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 31.116
Category: Services (UICC/USIM Management). Technology generation: Multi-Gen. Network layer: UE.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 31.116
Specifications that reference TS 31.116
- TS 31.111 USIM Application Toolkit (USAT) Specification
- TS 22.220 Home NodeB/Home eNodeB Service Requirements
- TS 33.303 ProSe Security Specification for EPS
- TS 33.185 V2X Security in LTE
- TS 33.187 Security for Machine-Type Communications Enhancements
- TS 31.104 HPSIM Application Specification
- TS 31.131 C Language Binding for (U)SIM API
- TR 33.969 Security for Public Warning System (PWS)
- TR 22.802 Study on Need for Multiple APNs in MTC
- TR 31.822 Technical Report on GBA_U based APIs
- TR 33.935 LTKUP Solutions Implementation Details
Other specifications in the 31 series
- TS 31.112 USAT Interpreter System Architecture and Functionality
- TS 31.113 USAT Interpreter Byte Codes Specification
- TS 31.114 USAT Interpreter Transmission Protocol
- TS 31.115 Secured Packet Structure for UICC Applications
- TS 31.117 USAT Tests for Non-Removable UICC
- TS 31.120 UICC-Terminal Interface Test Specification
- TS 31.121 UICC Application Test Specification
- TS 31.122 USIM UICC Conformance Test Specification
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 31.116?
3GPP TS 31.116 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for SIM/USIM Remote Management Specification. Defines remote file and applet management for SIM/USIM/ISIM using APDU commands over SMS/HTTP.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 31.116?
TS 31.116 is published in 12 releases, from Rel-8 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.0.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 31.116 belong to?
TS 31.116 belongs to the Services (UICC/USIM Management) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to Multi-Gen networks.
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