How To Check If Your EFTPOS Terminal Is PCI 3.X

Compliance

By EFTPOS NZ January 31, 2024 2 minutes read time

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Unsure whether your EFTPOS terminal needs a compliance upgrade this year? All merchants using PCI 3.X version EFTPOS machines are required to upgrade before 30 September 024. Find out how to check if your EFTPOS terminal is a PCI 3.X device.

Step One. Identify Your Terminal Model:

If the logo and model number is not visible on the terminal, refer to your terminal's labels by turning the device over and checking for stickers.

Here is where to find the brand name and model number on some popular PCI 3.X devices:

Ingenico_ict220

Brand: Ingenico

Model: iCT220

Brand: Verifone

Model: VX 680

Brand: PAX

Model: S80

Step 2. Confirm Your Terminal's PCI Version:

Check the Device Register on the Payments NZ website here, or download our handy checklist which lists all PCI 3.x EFTPOS terminals registered in New Zealand below.

PCI 3.X EFTPOS Upgrades Checklist

Step 3. Consult with Your Terminal Provider:

If your device requires an upgrade, reach out to your current terminal provider or contact us at 0800 EFTPOS for assistance. We can verify the compliance status of your device and guide you through the necessary steps.

Good news for Eftpos NZ customers!

We guarantee compliance for all our subscription customers. As an Eftpos NZ terminal customer, your payment solution is either already fully compliant, or you will receive a new, compliant EFTPOS terminal free of charge ahead of the deadline date. We've got you covered! It's all part of the service.

Identifying if your EFTPOS terminal is a PCI 3.X device is the first step towards ensuring compliance. Stay proactive in maintaining a secure payment environment and upgrade now.

FAQS

When Is The Deadline?

PCI 3.x terminals will be non-compliant after 30 September 2024.

Was The Deadline Moved?

Yes, it has been extended several times. Originally set for April 2020, it moved to October 2023, then June 2024, and now to September 2024.

Why Do PCI 3.x EFTPOS Terminals Need To Be Upgraded?

Outdated terminals are vulnerable to modern security threats, risking payment data breaches. The PCI Security Standards Council sets international standards enforced by Payments NZ to phase out old devices and software.

What Are The Consequences Of Missing The Deadline?

Non-compliance will lead to disconnection from the payment network, making your EFTPOS terminal inoperable.

Why Is This Upgrade Urgent?

COVID-19 disrupted supply chains, making it challenging for providers to source new devices and complete upgrades in time.

What About Eftpos NZ Customers?

Most have already been upgraded, with remaining PCI 3.x devices scheduled for upgrade well before the deadline.

Why Haven't I Been Notified?

Providers usually upgrade their customers proactively, but some still have PCI 3.X devices in use and may not have the capacity to upgrade everyone on time.