EN 726-3:1994
(Main)Identification card systems - Telecommunications integrated circuit(s) cards and terminals - Part 3: Application independent card requirements
Identification card systems - Telecommunications integrated circuit(s) cards and terminals - Part 3: Application independent card requirements
This part of EN 726 specifies the application-independent characteristics of multi-application IC-cards and plug-in modules for telecommunication applications in order to ensure interoperability for telecommunication cards with the various systems and terminals. Mono-application cards are considered tobe a subset of multi-application cards. All common characteristics, necessary for the interactions between the card and the external world are defined.
Identifikationskartensysteme - Anforderungen an Chipkarten und Endgeräte für Telekommunikationszwecke - Teil 3: Applikationsunabhängige Anforderungen an die Karte
Systèmes de cartes d'identification - Cartes à circuit intégré et terminaux pour les télécommunications - Partie 3: Spécifications de la carte indépendantes des applications
La présente partie de l'EN 726 spécifie les caractéristiques, indépendantes des applications, des cartes multiapplications à circuit intégré et des modules enfichables pour les applications de télécommunications, de manière à assurer interopérabilité avec les différents systèmes et les terminaux. Les cartes à application unique sont considérées comme un sous-ensemble des cartes multiapplications. Toutes les caractéristiques communes nécessaires aux interactions entre la carte et le monde extérieur sont définies.
Identification card systems - Telecommunications integrated circuit(s) cards and terminals - Part 3: Application independent card requirements
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 11-Dec-1994
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 224/WG 9 - Telecommunication applications
- Current Stage
- 9060 - Closure of 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 02-Dec-2023
- Completion Date
- 02-Dec-2023
Overview
EN 726-3:1994 - “Identification card systems - Telecommunications integrated circuit(s) cards and terminals - Part 3: Application independent card requirements” (CEN) defines the application‑independent characteristics of multi‑application IC‑cards and plug‑in modules for telecommunication use. Its purpose is to ensure interoperability between telecommunications smart cards (IC‑cards) and a variety of terminals and systems by specifying the common, external-facing properties required for reliable interaction. Mono‑application cards are treated as a subset of multi‑application cards under this part.
Key topics and technical requirements
This part focuses on the common, system‑agnostic attributes that govern card–terminal interactions. Core topics include:
- Application‑independent characteristics - the attributes that must be present regardless of the specific applications hosted on the card.
- Card–terminal interfaces - standardized behaviours and expectations that enable cards to interoperate with diverse terminals and plug‑in modules.
- Common data and identification elements - attributes used to recognize and address the card from the external environment.
- Functional interoperability - requirements that help ensure different vendors’ cards and terminals can work together in telecommunication networks.
- Environmental and lifecycle considerations - non‑application specific operational constraints and robustness expectations for telecom IC‑cards.
(EN 726‑3 frames these topics at a system level; implementers should consult complementary technical specifications for electrical, mechanical, or protocol details when required.)
Applications and who uses this standard
EN 726‑3 is practical for organizations involved in the design, production, deployment and certification of telecommunications smart‑card solutions:
- Card manufacturers designing multi‑application IC‑cards and plug‑in modules.
- Terminal and device manufacturers (e.g., telecom terminals, payphones, vending, access devices) ensuring compatibility with telecom IC‑cards.
- Mobile network operators and service providers integrating subscriber identity and multi‑service cards.
- System integrators and solution architects building interoperable telecom ecosystems.
- Test laboratories and certification bodies verifying conformance to application‑independent interoperability requirements.
- Procurement and standards teams specifying interoperable card and terminal requirements.
Benefits include reduced fragmentation, simplified certification, and smoother cross‑vendor integration for telecommunication IC‑card deployments.
Related standards
- Other parts of the EN 726 series (application‑specific parts) and national implementations of EN 726.
- Related international smart‑card and telecommunications specifications (standards families addressing smart‑card interfaces, physical characteristics and telecom system integration).
Keywords: EN 726-3, identification card systems, telecommunications integrated circuit cards, IC-cards, multi-application cards, plug-in modules, interoperability, application-independent card requirements, CEN.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 726-3:1994 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Identification card systems - Telecommunications integrated circuit(s) cards and terminals - Part 3: Application independent card requirements". This standard covers: This part of EN 726 specifies the application-independent characteristics of multi-application IC-cards and plug-in modules for telecommunication applications in order to ensure interoperability for telecommunication cards with the various systems and terminals. Mono-application cards are considered tobe a subset of multi-application cards. All common characteristics, necessary for the interactions between the card and the external world are defined.
This part of EN 726 specifies the application-independent characteristics of multi-application IC-cards and plug-in modules for telecommunication applications in order to ensure interoperability for telecommunication cards with the various systems and terminals. Mono-application cards are considered tobe a subset of multi-application cards. All common characteristics, necessary for the interactions between the card and the external world are defined.
EN 726-3:1994 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 35.240.15 - Identification cards. Chip cards. Biometrics. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-maj-2004
Identification card systems - Telecommunications integrated circuit(s) cards and
terminals - Part 3: Application independent card requirements
Identification card systems - Telecommunications integrated circuit(s) cards and
terminals - Part 3: Application independent card requirements
Identifikationskartensysteme - Anforderungen an Chipkarten und Endgeräte für
Telekommunikationszwecke - Teil 3: Applikationsunabhängige Anforderungen an die
Karte
Systemes de cartes d'identification - Cartes a circuit intégré et terminaux pour les
télécommunications - Partie 3: Spécifications de la carte indépendantes des applications
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 726-3:1994
ICS:
35.240.15 Identifikacijske kartice in Identification cards and
sorodne naprave related devices
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
SIST EN 726-
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EN 726-3:1994 is a specification that outlines the application-independent requirements for telecommunication integrated circuit (IC) cards and terminals. It aims to ensure interoperability between telecommunication cards and different systems and terminals. This specification includes both multi-application IC cards and plug-in modules. It also covers the necessary characteristics for interactions between the card and the external world.
記事タイトル：EN 726-3:1994 - 識別カードシステム - 電気通信の統合回路(IC)カードおよびターミナル - 第3部：アプリケーション非依存カード要件 記事内容：このEN 726の一部は、テレコミュニケーションカードとさまざまなシステムおよびターミナルとの相互運用性を確保するために、テレコミュニケーションアプリケーション向けのマルチアプリケーションICカードとプラグインモジュールのアプリケーション非依存な特性を規定しています。単一アプリケーションカードはマルチアプリケーションカードのサブセットと見なされます。カードと外部との相互作用に必要なすべての共通特性が定義されています。
기사 제목: EN 726-3:1994 - 신분증 시스템 - 통신 통합 회로칩(IC카드) 및 단말기 - 제 3 부: 응용 독립 카드 요구 사항 기사 내용: 이 EN 726의 이 부분은 통신 응용을 위한 다중 응용 IC 카드와 플러그인 모듈의 응용 독립적 특성을 명시하여 각각의 시스템과 단말기와의 상호 운용성을 보장합니다. 단일 응용 카드는 다중 응용 카드의 하위 집합으로 간주됩니다. 카드와 외부 세계 사이의 상호 작용에 필요한 모든 공통 특성이 정의되어 있습니다.
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