PCI DSS compliance for UK tourism and hospitality businesses
Securious helps businesses in the tourism and hospitality sector take payment by credit and debit cards safely and securely through effective PCI DSS compliance.
Based in the South West, we are the region’s only PCI Qualified Security Assessor company, meaning we can assess your compliance, provide expert guidance, and help you navigate the complexities of PCI DSS with confidence.
Why PCI DSS compliance matters in the travel & tourism industry
PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) is a set of security requirements designed to protect cardholder data from fraud and cyber attacks. Any business that processes, stores, or transmits card payments must comply, including:
- Hotels, guesthouses, and B&Bs
- Holiday parks and rental property businesses
- Tour operators and travel agencies
- Activity and experience providers
- Car hire and transport companies
Failing to comply with PCI DSS can result in data breaches, financial penalties, loss of customer trust, and potential legal action. Given the seasonal nature of tourism in the South West, a security incident could be catastrophic, leading to cancellations and damaging a business’s reputation.
Benefits of being PCI DSS compliant
- Adhering to PCI DSS reduces data breach risks and unauthorised access to sensitive cardholder information
- PCI DSS compliance reassures customers of secure handling of their financial data, enhancing trust and loyalty
- Non-compliance can result in significant fines. PCI DSS compliance helps avoid these penalties and associated costs
- Non-compliance can lead to legal issues. PCI DSS compliance mitigates these risks and ensures legal alignment
- Implementing PCI DSS requirements improves an organisation's overall security posture beyond just cardholder data
How Securious can help you with PCI DSS compliance
Securious has a team of qualified, experienced PCI DSS QSA and 3DS assessors who can help you achieve and maintain compliance with the latest PCI DSS.
We are the only PCI DSS QSA company in the region, so if you are based in Devon, Cornwall or Somerset, you will also benefit from cost efficiencies with on-site assessments.
PCI DSS QSA Gap Analysis & Assessment
One-off fee
We’ll help you achieve PCI DSS compliance by conducting a gap
analysis, telling you what needs to change and assessing you once remediation is complete
Managed PCI DSS Compliance Service
Fixed monthly fee
We’ll help you maintain PCI DSS compliance on an ongoing basis, ensuring everything is in good shape before the annual assessment for a much simpler process
Assisted PCI DSS SAQ Compliance Service
One-off fee
We’ll help you with your PCI DSS SAQ so you know what the questions mean and how to answer them, so you can easily achieve compliance
We've created a free online PCI DSS V.0 Readiness assessment, which you can take to understand how you fare against the new requirements by clicking here.
What our PCI clients say about Securious
Additional cyber security services from Securious
In addition to our team of qualified, experienced PCI DSS QSAs, Securious is also a leading cyber security company.
We can help you with penetration testing, cyber audits, and ISO 27001 consultancy to help you stay resilient against threats. With extensive experience, we can help you strengthen your security, avoid non-compliance fees, and maintain customer trust.
Get in touch to get started now
Fill in the form, email pci@securious.co.uk or call +44 1392 247110 to get started or learn more.
Alternatively, we can provide an initial 90-minute consultation with a PCI DSS QSA. Prices for this are from £295 (+ vat). If you go ahead with our services, the £295 will be deducted from the cost of your engagement.
You may be interested in our PCI DSS QSA Gap Analysis and Assessment Service, our PCI DSS Compliance Managed Service, or our Assisted PCI DSS SAQ Compliance Service.
