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IBM MQEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
Active
MiddlewareLatest Version: 10.0Latest Release: N/A
IBM MQ is enterprise messaging middleware for reliable, secure message delivery between applications.
Support summary
IBM MQ currently has supported cycles. Track the next EOL date and validate upgrades before your change window.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
Sep 30, 2027
IBM MQ 9.3 · 368 days left
Supported cycles
3
0 lts
Versions
13
Latest Version
10.0
Active Support
3
EOL
10
Lifecycle Timeline
May 1, 2008As of Sep 27, 2026
10.0Active · Date not announced
9.4Active · Date not announced
9.3Active · Sep 30, 2027
9.2EOL · Sep 30, 2025
9.1EOL · Sep 30, 2023
9.0EOL · Sep 30, 2021
8.0EOL · Apr 30, 2020
7.5EOL · Apr 30, 2018
7.1EOL · Apr 30, 2017
7.0EOL · Sep 30, 2015
ActiveSecurityEOLHistorical phase unknown
Bars show history up to the snapshot date. Gray intervals lack dated support boundaries; arrows indicate an unannounced EOL date, not a support guarantee.
Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.0 | Jun 16, 2026 | Maintained | Date not announced | 10.0 | No | Active |
| 9.4 | Jun 18, 2024 | Maintained | Date not announced | 9.4 | No | Active |
| 9.3 | Jun 23, 2022 | Maintained | Sep 30, 2027 | 9.3 | No | Active |
| 9.2 | Jul 23, 2020 | Ended | Sep 30, 2025 | 9.2 | No | EOL |
| 9.1 | Jul 23, 2018 | Ended | Sep 30, 2023 | 9.1 | No | EOL |
| 9.0 | Jun 2, 2016 | Ended | Sep 30, 2021 | 9.0 | No | EOL |
| 8.0 | Jun 13, 2014 | Ended | Apr 30, 2020 | 8.0 | No | EOL |
| 7.5 | Jun 15, 2012 | Ended | Apr 30, 2018 | 7.5 | No | EOL |
| 7.1 | Nov 1, 2011 | Ended | Apr 30, 2017 | 7.1 | No | EOL |
| 7.0 | May 1, 2008 | Ended | Sep 30, 2015 | 7.0 | No | EOL |
| 6.0 | May 1, 2005 | Ended | Sep 30, 2012 | 6.0 | No | EOL |
| 5.3 | Jun 1, 2002 | Ended | Sep 28, 2007 | 5.3 | No | EOL |
| 5.2 | Dec 1, 2000 | Ended | Dec 31, 2003 | 5.2 | No | EOL |
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Which versions of IBM MQ have reached end of life?
The following IBM MQ versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 9.2, 9.1, 9.0, 8.0, 7.5, 7.1, 7.0, 6.0 (and 2 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using IBM MQ 9.2?
IBM MQ 9.2 has reached end of life and no longer receives security patches or bug fixes. Continuing to use it may expose your systems to known vulnerabilities. We strongly recommend upgrading to a supported version.
What is the latest version of IBM MQ?
The latest version of IBM MQ is 10.0, released in the 10.0 release cycle.
How many versions of IBM MQ are currently supported?
IBM MQ currently has 3 actively supported version(s): 10.0, 9.4, 9.3.
When does IBM MQ 10.0 reach end of life?
IBM MQ 10.0 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.
What should I do when IBM MQ reaches end of life?
When a IBM MQ version reaches end of life, you should: 1) Plan your migration to a supported version as soon as possible. 2) Review the release notes for breaking changes. 3) Test your applications thoroughly in a staging environment. 4) Update your dependencies to ensure compatibility with the new version.