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IMSI Validator

Validate IMSI numbers for mobile subscribers with MCC/MNC analysis

Enter a 15-digit IMSI number (with or without separators)

Key Facts

Category
Validation
Input Types
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Output Type
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Sample Coverage
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API Ready
Yes

Overview

The IMSI Validator is a precise utility designed to verify the structure of International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI) numbers and extract key network information, including the Mobile Country Code (MCC) and Mobile Network Code (MNC).

When to Use

  • Verify the integrity and format of a 15-digit IMSI number before database entry.
  • Identify the country and mobile carrier associated with a specific subscriber identity.
  • Troubleshoot connectivity or provisioning issues by confirming the MCC/MNC mapping.

How It Works

  • Input the 15-digit IMSI number into the validator field, with or without hyphens.
  • The tool parses the first three digits as the MCC and the subsequent two or three digits as the MNC.
  • The system validates the total length and structure to ensure the number conforms to standard telecommunications protocols.

Use Cases

Telecommunications billing and provisioning verification.
Network diagnostic reporting for mobile engineers.
Data cleaning for subscriber management systems.

Examples

1. Carrier Identification

Network Engineer
Background
An engineer needs to verify which carrier a specific SIM card belongs to based on its IMSI.
Problem
Manually looking up MCC/MNC codes is slow and prone to human error.
How to Use
Enter the 15-digit IMSI into the validator to instantly extract the MCC and MNC components.
Outcome
The tool confirms the MCC and MNC, allowing the engineer to identify the specific mobile network operator.

2. Database Data Cleaning

Database Administrator
Background
A database contains a list of subscriber records with potentially malformed IMSI entries.
Problem
Incorrectly formatted IMSI numbers cause provisioning failures in the core network.
How to Use
Input the IMSI strings into the validator to check for correct length and numeric structure.
Outcome
Invalid entries are flagged for correction, ensuring only properly formatted IMSI numbers are processed.

Try with Samples

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FAQ

What is an IMSI number?

An IMSI is a unique 15-digit number used to identify a mobile subscriber on a cellular network.

Does this tool store my IMSI data?

No, all validation occurs locally or in-session, and your data is not stored or logged.

Can I use this tool for phone numbers?

No, this tool is specifically for IMSI numbers, not MSISDNs or public phone numbers.

What happens if the IMSI is invalid?

The tool will flag the input as invalid if it fails the length check or contains non-numeric characters.

Does it support international carriers?

Yes, it supports global IMSI formats by identifying the MCC/MNC codes assigned by the ITU.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/imsi-validator

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
imsi text Yes Enter a 15-digit IMSI number (with or without separators)

Response Format

{
  "result": "Processed text content",
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)",
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  }
}
Text: Text

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-imsi-validator": {
      "name": "imsi-validator",
      "description": "Validate IMSI numbers for mobile subscribers with MCC/MNC analysis",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=imsi-validator",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

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