OFFICIAL

PCI DSS QSA Audit & Certification in UAE

Fast-Track Your PCI DSS Compliance with Expert QSA Audits. Secure Your Payments & Avoid Costly Penalties.

BENEFITS
Secure Customer Card Data & Prevent Costly Data Breaches
Avoid Heavy Penalties & Stay Fully Compliant
Build Customer Trust with Verified Payment Security
Fast-Track PCI DSS Compliance with Expert Support
Get Audit-Ready with Complete Documentation & Reports

WHY CONTACT US
NCEMA 7000 Experts: 100% success rate in UAE national continuity standards.
Revenue Protection: Practical frameworks to keep your business running during crises.
16+ Years Experience: 600+ successful compliance projects across Dubai & Abu Dhabi.
30% Faster Delivery: Streamlined processes to get you certified without the wait.

Request More Information

Our Services

We partner closely with large, medium, small enterprises, government, semi-government organisations etc. guiding them to meet PCI DSS requirement and maintain continuous compliance. Our QSAs perform gap assessment, audit to observe your operational controls, collect necessary evidence, review documentation. This process culminates in the creation of your Report on Compliance (ROC), Attestation of Compliance (AOC) and Certificate of Compliance (COC) which serve as the essential proof of PCI DSS compliance.

PCI DSS Audit and Certification

PCI DSS Gap Assessment

PCI DSS Quarterly Health Check

PCI DSS ASV Scans

Our AI enabled PCI DSS Engagement Model

Our PCI DSS Methodology

01

Discovery and Scoping

We map out the PCI DSS scope through your business requirement to find the exact focus of your assessment. Working closely with your team, we review your channels, third-party integrations, and network and IT setup to outline exactly what needs to meet the standard.

02

Gap Assessment

A thoughtful, collaborative review of your networks and applications to see how closely they align with the 12 PCI DSS requirements. We review your current configurations and policies to give you a clear, honest picture of your readiness before any formal audit begins.

03

Remediation Support

Practical, clear advice to help your team make the necessary updates and establish the right security measures. We guide and support your IT and Cyber Security personnel to make sustainable improvements and update your documentation.

04

QSA Audit and Certification

QSA review conducted by our qualified assessors. We guide you smoothly through the evidence-gathering process, leading up to the successful delivery of your Report on Compliance (ROC), Attestation of Compliance (AOC), and your Certification of Compliance (CoC).

Start Your PCI DSS Journey

+971 56 557 3952

Email Us

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PCI DSS?

PCI DSS is an internationally recognised information security standard designed specifically to apply to organisations that handle credit and debit card data.

The PCI DSS was created to ensure that businesses can process credit and debit card payments securely, protecting businesses and consumers and reducing the likelihood of card fraud.

Does our organization actually need PCI DSS compliance?

If your business stores, processes, or transmits payment card data; regardless of transaction volume; PCI DSS compliance is mandatory or if it is a part of your business requirements. We help you accurately scope your environment to minimize the operational burden and focus only on the systems that matter.

How long does the assessment and certification process take?

Timelines vary based on the complexity of your network and your current security posture. Depending on your starting point, a standard engagement can range from a few weeks to a few months. Our phased, collaborative approach ensures your daily operations remain uninterrupted during this time.

What is the difference between a Gap Assessment and the final QSA Audit?

A Gap Assessment is a preliminary, collaborative review designed to evaluate current security posture. The QSA Audit is the formal, evidence-based evaluation conducted by a Qualified Security Assessor to validate your controls and issue AOC, ROC and COC.

How does PCI DSS align with the UAE Data Protection Law (PDPL)?

While the UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 (PDPL) governs the general privacy of personal data, PCI DSS specifically mandates the technical security of payment card information. Achieving PCI compliance provides a robust technical foundation that significantly supports your broader PDPL obligations regarding data security.

Can PCI DSS efforts overlap with UAE Information Assurance (UAE IA) standards?

Yes. Many controls required by the UAE IA formerly (NESA); such as strict access management, network segmentation, and continuous monitoring—directly overlap with PCI DSS requirements. We help you map these frameworks together to avoid duplicated efforts and streamline your internal audits.

Are there local data residency requirements for storing cardholder data in the UAE?

The UAE regulatory landscape strongly encourages, and in certain sectors mandates, keeping critical financial data within the country. We assist in architecting your payment flows using local, compliant cloud regions or on-premise solutions to ensure you meet both global PCI DSS standards and local onshore requirements.

Does integrating with regional payment gateways eliminate our compliance scope?

Partnering with local UAE acquirers and gateways (such as Network International or Magnati) simplifies your scope by offloading the actual card processing, but it does not erase your responsibility. You must still secure the environment where your customers interact with the payment page and maintain strict corporate security policies.

Eminence Consultancy

Eminence Consultancy (EMC) is a UAE-based firm with experience providing end-to-end assessment, audit, certification, and testing services that keep organizations compliant with the highest quality, security and regulatory standards.

Get In Touch

Al Jazeera Tower, Hamdan Street,
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates