Payment Card Industry

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Our payment card industry checks include:

  • Confirmation of name, date of birth and current address
  • 3 years of employment/self-employment and unemployment reference checks
  • Verification of any employment gaps exceeding 31 days.
  • 2 written character references
  • Basic Criminal Record Disclosure
  • Financial Public record check: CCJ’s, insolvency, bankruptcy, IVA’s & company directorships

What are payment card industry checks?

Any private or public organisation which takes debit or credit card payments is required to comply with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, or PCI DSS. PCI Screening helps protect the personal details and payment card data of your customers. This search is therefore suitable for Retailers, those working in insurance and those in the Banking and Finance Services. Our comprehensive report satisfies requirement 12.7 of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard.

Many companies regard PCI Screening as an effective pre-employment, risk-management tool providing a degree of certainty that your applicant’s information is genuine and accurate – and that they don’t have a criminal record. Of course, it’s also a way of preventing litigation over hiring practices.

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Common roles for payment card industry checks

  • Retail & e-commerce operations handling customer payments
  • Hospitality & booking platforms processing cardholder data
  • Financial services & banking environments
  • Insurance & payment-processing teams
  • Contact centres & customer support roles with CDE access
  • IT, engineering & admin roles with direct/indirect access to payment systems
  • Any supplier, contractor/ third-party with access to cardholder data
There is someone on one side of a desk with a card machine and another person on the other side with a bank card tapping it for contactless payment.

Secure your workforce with PCI screening

PCI DSS screening is suitable for any organisation that processes, stores or transmits credit card information. Our team can guide you through the process, answer any questions and help you choose the correct level of screening for your roles.

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What our experts say about this service

“PCI checks are essential for any organisation handling cardholder data and at SVS we make sure every check meets the strict requirements. Our team carries out thorough, compliant vetting to reduce the risk of internal fraud and keep businesses aligned with industry-regulated security standards.”

Steve, Director

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Visit our PCI DSS screening sector page to learn how we streamline compliance and screening.

PCI DSS

Our PCI Vetting Process

Step 1

Scope & role-risk alignment

We confirm which roles fall within PCI scope, align screening depth to risk (CDE access, privilege level, supplier involvement) and brief candidates on documents/evidence required to ensure a smooth start.

Step 2

End-to-end screening & progress updates

Your candidates vetting officer manages all checks, coordinates references and clarifications and provides status updates to hiring managers and compliance stakeholders to prevent onboarding delays.

Step 3

Results, compliance confirmation & evidence pack

You receive a certificate of screening, written confirmation of compliance and a fully audit-ready pack. This supports QSA assessments, acquirer reviews and internal governance.

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What our clients say

Why choose SVS Security & Vetting Solutions?

Fast Turnaround

We understand the importance of keeping recruitment and operational timelines on track. Our efficient systems, dedicated Vetting Officers, and streamlined digital processes enable us to deliver fast, reliable screening results without compromising on accuracy or compliance.

Dedicated Vetting Officer

Your candidates’ dedicated Vetting Officer tracks each application closely, providing regular updates and flagging any issues early. You’re kept informed at every stage, ensuring a smooth, efficient, and predictable screening process.

Industry Expertise

With deep knowledge of regulated industry screening, we tailor our processes to meet the unique compliance standards of each sector, ensuring every check is completed efficiently, accurately, and in line with relevant regulations.

PCI check FAQs

Can digital identity verification and Right to Work be used with this service?

Yes. Our Digital Identity Verification and Right to Work checks can be fully integrated with PCI DSS screening, reducing the administrative burden of checking documents in person and lowering the risk of fraudulent identity or Right to Work evidence.

Does poor credit automatically disqualify someone?

Not necessarily. Employers consider context, severity, relevance to the role, and evidence of recovery.

How long does the screening process take?

Typical turnaround times vary depending on third-party response times (e.g., references), but most PCI screenings are completed within 5-15 working days.

Does PCI screening include credit checks?

It includes financial probity checks (e.g., CCJs, insolvency) but does not include a credit score or full credit history.

Looking for Digital Identity Verification?

Digital Identity Verification fee from £6.50 per check (ex VAT)

Our fast, secure ID, address and Right to Work confirmation is completed directly by the candidate, reducing delays and protecting against fraudulent documentation.

Digital Identity Verification

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