Croatia Adopts PCI DSS Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard

Understanding PCI DSS Compliance

According to the PCI DSS regulatory guidelines, merchants are only allowed to accept, store, and forward sensitive card data if they possess a certificate of compliance with prescribed standards. The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) is a set of rules and guidelines defined by the global PCI DSS council, comprising all relevant payment card companies.

Requirements for PCI DSS Certification

Web shops that collect card data on their websites are required to fill out the SAQ A-EP questionnaire and verify it through a Qualified Security Advisor (QSA) company. Certification must be renewed annually, with certification fees dependent on the number of transactions, business model, and scope of certification.

What is Required for PCI DSS Certification?

• Fill out the SAQ A-EP questionnaire
• Verify through a Qualified Security Advisor (QSA) company
• Renewal of certification required annually
• Fees dependent on:
  • Number of transactions
  • Business model
  • Scope of certification

Resources for PCI DSS Compliance

For more information on what is required for PCI DSS certification, interested parties can contact companies specializing in this field, such as www.ecs.hr, which provides a comprehensive overview of necessary standards compliance.

The company recommends using its WSPayForm, which meets all security standards for card data transfer. In this case, it is necessary to complete and sign the SAQ A questionnaire and send it to wspay@wspay.info.

Importance of PCI DSS Compliance in Croatia

In Croatia, merchants are required to adhere to the PCI DSS standard in order to ensure secure payment transactions, protect sensitive customer data, and maintain compliance with industry regulations. The implementation of this standard helps to prevent data breaches, reduce the risk of card fraud, and enhance overall payment security.