Frequently Asked Questions

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Does PCI DSS apply to debit cards, debit payments, and debit systems?

FAQ Response

Any payment card (credit, debit, prepaid, stored value, gift or chip) bearing the logo of one of the PCI Security Standards Council’s five founding payment brands is required to be protected as prescribed by the PCI DSS.

February 2008
Article Number 1039

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