EMVCo Certification | EMV Testing

Consultancy and support for EMV Certification that meets EMV hardware requirements and can communicate with EMV chip cards

EMV L1 Certification

Consultancy and support for EMV L1 Certification that meets EMV hardware requirements and can communicate with EMV chip cards

EMV L2 Certification

Consultancy and support for EMV L2 Certification that meets EMV hardware requirements and can communicate with EMV chip cards

EMV L3 Certifciation

Consultancy and support for EMV L3 Certification that meets EMV hardware requirements and can communicate with EMV chip cards

We provide EMV certifications/testing services and support for both contact and contactless technologies, including NFC mobile devices. Our services cover the entire terminal integration process, including qualification and testing.

We specialize in guiding businesses through the complexities of EMVCo L1, L2, L3 and PCI-PTS certifications. Our expert team offers personalized support at each stage, from initial consultation to final approval, ensuring your payment terminals and applications meet the strict requirements set by EMVCo and the PCI Security Standards. With a focus on reliability, efficiency, and security, we help you bring compliant, secure payment solutions to market faster, enhancing your competitive edge in the industry.

EMV L1 Certification

Our EMV L1 Certification service ensures your payment terminals meet the foundational hardware and communication protocol standards set by EMVCo. This certification focuses on the physical and electrical interfaces between the card and the terminal, guaranteeing secure and reliable data transmission during card transactions. Our expert team provides comprehensive testing and evaluation to ensure your devices compliance with EMV Chip Contact, EMV Chip Contactless, Mobile, QR Code, Secure Remote Commerce (SRC), 3-D Secure (3DS), and Payment Tokenization EMV specifications, covering aspects such as signal processing, analogue functionality, and data exchange protocols.

These technologies are used by the payments industry to create reliable and easy-to-use products and services for in-store, online, and remote card payments. We streamline the certification process, offering through analysis and reporting to help you achieve compliance quickly and efficiently, reducing time to market and enhancing the overall security of your payment systems.

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EMV L2 Certification

Our EMV L2 Certification service is essential for validating the payment application on your payment terminals. This certification ensures that your terminal software interacts correctly with chip cards, managing the transaction process securely and in compliance with EMV standards. Our services cover extensive testing of application selection, data authentication, cardholder verification, and transaction processing. With a focus on interoperability and functional reliability, our team assists in debugging and optimizing your application, ensuring it meets the rigorous requirements of EMVCo. By leveraging our deep expertise, you can accelerate your certification journey, ensuring smooth and secure transactions, and enhancing your terminal acceptance across global payment networks.

EMV L3 Certification

EMV L3 Certification service verifies the end-to-end payment transaction flow between your payment terminal and the acquirer. Level 3 certification encompasses the integration and communication processes of your system with the backend payment network, ensuring seamless transaction processing. Our specialists conduct detailed testing scenarios, including transaction approval, decline handling, and error management, to confirm compliance with acquirer and payment network requirements. We provide detailed analysis and fix guidance, facilitating a swift certification process. Our comprehensive approach ensures that your payment solution meets all operational and security standards, enhancing its acceptance and reliability in various transaction environments.

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PCI-PTS Certification

PCI-PTS Certification service guarantees that your payment terminals comply with the stringent security standards established by the Payment Card Industry (PCI) for Point of Sale (POS) systems. This certification focuses on protecting sensitive cardholder data by ensuring the physical and logical security of your devices. Our team performs rigorous evaluations against the PCI-PTS requirements, including secure data encryption, key management, and device tamper resistance. We provide end-to-end support throughout the certification process, from initial assessment to final approval, helping you achieve compliance efficiently. By securing PCI-PTS certification, you enhance the trust and security of your payment solutions, safeguarding transactions against fraud and tampering.

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FAQ

What is EMV Certification and why is it important?

EMV Certification ensures that your payment terminals and applications comply with EMVCo standards for secure, chip-based card transactions, reducing fraud and increasing payment security.

What are the different levels of EMV Certification (L1, L2, and L3)?

EMVCo Certification is divided into three levels:

  • EMV L1 Certification: Validates the terminal’s physical and communication interfaces.
  • EMV L2 Certification: Tests the payment application’s compliance with transaction processing standards.
  • EMV L3 Certification: Ensures end-to-end integration between the terminal and the acquirer for secure transaction flow.
How long does the EMV Certification process typically take?

The duration of EMV Certification can vary based on the complexity of the payment system, but typically takes anywhere from a few weeks to a few months, depending on the readiness of the hardware and software.

Do contactless terminals need EMV Certification?

Yes, contactless terminals must undergo EMV L1 and L2 Certifications to ensure they securely handle both contactless and NFC-based transactions in compliance with EMVCo standards.

How does EMV Certification help prevent payment fraud?

EMV Certification reduces fraud by implementing chip-based security features, such as cryptographic data, dynamic authentication, and secure cardholder verification methods, making it harder for counterfeit cards to succeed.

What is the role of EMV Certification in NFC mobile payments?

EMV Certification ensures that NFC mobile devices and contactless payments comply with the same security standards as chip card transactions, enabling secure mobile wallet transactions.

How can EMV Certification improve my business’s payment solution?

EMV Certification ensures that your payment solution meets global security standards, increasing trust with customers and payment networks, enhancing system reliability, and accelerating time to market.

What is the difference between EMV Certification and PCI DSS compliance?

EMV Certification focuses on secure chip-based transaction standards, while PCI DSS compliance ensures the protection of sensitive cardholder data during and after the transaction process.

Do all payment terminals need to be EMV Certified to process chip card payments?

Yes, all payment terminals that process EMV chip card transactions must obtain EMV Certification to ensure they meet the security and operational standards set by EMVCo.

Can EMV-certified terminals help businesses comply with global payment standards?

Yes, EMV-certified terminals help businesses meet global payment standards, increasing their acceptance by international acquirers, payment networks, and enhancing transaction security worldwide.

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