Self-Assessment Questionnaire
For organizations eligible to self-assess, typically with smaller or less complex payment environments.
We pick the right SAQ, shrink the scope and complete it with you.
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PCI DSS SAQ Compliance
Deep QSA expertise with a hands-on team. We help you pick the right SAQ, shrink your scope and complete it accurately, with less audit fatigue.
Great team, simplified the process and broke down the complexity.Cal Kadourah, Solution Architect, PayGOV.US
The right questionnaire, the smallest scope.
The PCI DSS Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) is how eligible merchants and service providers validate their PCI DSS compliance without a full Report on Compliance. Which SAQ applies depends on how you accept, process, store or transmit card data: SAQ A suits fully outsourced payments, while SAQ D is the most comprehensive.
We analyze your card data flow, reduce the footprint of your cardholder data environment where we can, and handle the questionnaire end to end, aligned with the latest version of the standard, PCI DSS 4.0.1.
Compliance, without the compromises.
- Direct line to your auditorNo ticket queues. Message your audit team directly and get real answers, fast.
- One team, every frameworkSOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, pen testing: one team, one timeline, no duplicate evidence.
- We work with your stackWe plug into the compliance platforms you already use, adapt to your processes, or bring our own tooling at no extra cost.
- Fixed scope, fixed priceOne clear quote upfront. No change orders, no surprise fees mid-audit.
- Timelines you can plan aroundClear milestones from kickoff to report.
- Always know where you standLive visibility into audit progress, no chasing status updates.
- Built for fast-moving teamsWe understand cloud-native, SaaS and modern DevSecOps, so there is no explaining your stack from scratch.
- Support that does not end at the reportWe stay in your corner after the report: ongoing guidance, not a one-time transaction.
How a PCI SAQ engagement runs.
Four phases, one team, and a fixed price agreed before we start.
Scope
- SAQ determinationWe analyze how you handle cardholder data to identify the right SAQ type.
- DescopingWe look for ways to shrink your cardholder data environment, cutting PCI scope, time and complexity.
- Gap assessmentWe review your current processes and identify what needs to improve to meet the requirements.
Prepare
- Remediation planningA detailed plan to close gaps across technical and operational controls.
- Implementation supportWe work with your team to put the controls in place and get ready.
- TestingThe required penetration testing and vulnerability scans to validate your controls.
Complete
- SAQ completionWe handle the questionnaire for you, answering every question accurately.
- QSA signature (optional)An audit and QSA signature on the completed SAQ, for clients who want extra assurance.
Maintain
- Ongoing complianceCompliance as a Service handles scans, testing, quarterly reviews and annual recertification prep.
SAQ or Report on Compliance?
Report on Compliance
A formal audit by a QSA, typically required for Level 1 merchants and certain service providers.
Our PCI DSS Level 1 team runs the full assessment.
Your acquiring bank or payment brand confirms which applies. We can help you read the requirement on the scoping call.
What PCI DSS SAQ does for your business.
- Build client trustShow clients and partners you take card data security seriously.
- A simpler path to complianceQuestionnaires tailored to your environment cut the complexity for smaller setups.
- Reduced riskFind and fix vulnerabilities that put cardholder data at risk.
- Avoid fines and penaltiesStay compliant and avoid non-compliance fees and reputational damage.
- A scalable frameworkA foundation for future security improvements and compliance efforts.
Why teams choose GRSee for PCI DSS SAQ.
GRSee provided the clarity, rigor, and partnership we needed to confidently strengthen our security posture, meet regulatory expectations, and build trust with our customers.Florian Berlinger, CEO, YELL Payment
- Experienced QSAsOur team includes Qualified Security Assessors with years of PCI DSS experience.
- The right SAQ, first timeWe help you choose the right questionnaire and navigate the whole process.
- White-glove supportPersonal support throughout, broken into clear steps so nothing is overlooked.
Related services
Their expertise, speed, adaptability, and professionalism made them the ideal partner for our PCI-DSS compliance needs.Carlos Armas, VP Engineering Operations, Treasury Prime
PCI DSS SAQ questions, answered.
Still not sure? Bring your questions to a scoping call.
What is a PCI DSS SAQ?
A Self-Assessment Questionnaire is a validation tool from the PCI Security Standards Council that lets eligible merchants and service providers assess their PCI DSS compliance. The right SAQ depends on how you accept, process, store or transmit card data.
What is the difference between an SAQ and a ROC?
An SAQ is a self-assessment for organizations with smaller or less complex environments. A Report on Compliance is a formal audit by a Qualified Security Assessor, required for larger merchants and service providers.
Which SAQ types are there?
Merchants can use SAQ A, A-EP, B, C, C-VT, P2PE or D. Service providers can only complete SAQ D. Each fits a different payment environment and business model.
How do I know which SAQ applies to my business?
It depends on how you process, store or transmit cardholder data. We analyze your cardholder data environment and tell you which one fits.
When do I need a full audit instead of an SAQ?
Level 1 merchants and certain service providers typically need a QSA audit and a Report on Compliance. Your acquiring bank or payment brand can confirm which validation method applies.
How long does it take to complete an SAQ?
It depends on your environment and readiness, but most SAQs are completed within 1 to 3 months with proper guidance.
Do I need vulnerability scans with an SAQ?
Some SAQs, such as SAQ C and SAQ D, require quarterly vulnerability scans. We provide them as part of the process.
What if the SAQ turns up issues?
We work with you to remediate the gaps and validate the fixes, so your compliance is achieved and documented accurately.
Book your scoping call.
Pick a time that suits you. You leave with a scope and a fixed quote.
- A direct line to your auditor
- We work with your stack
- Fixed scope and price
Local teams, your time zone
- United States
- Europe
- Middle East
We work in your time zone and support you in multiple languages.
It never felt transactional, we knew they wanted us to succeed.Ohad Gablinger, VP Operations & IT, Deep Instinct
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