PSD2 SCA
Payment Services Directive 2 Strong Customer Authentication requirements
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Framework Domains (6)
Authentication Methods
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| PSDTWO-5 | Customer Authentication Methods, Biometric Controls, Device Binding |
Fraud and Incident Reporting
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| PSDTWO-4 | Fraud Reporting and Incident Management |
Governance and Compliance
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| PSDTWO-6 | Governance, Risk Management, Compliance Monitoring |
Open Banking APIs
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| PSDTWO-3 | Common and Secure Communication, API Access for AISPs and PISPs |
SCA Core
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| PSDTWO-1 | Strong Customer Authentication (SCA) Core Requirements |
SCA Exemptions
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| PSDTWO-2 | SCA Exemptions and Risk-Based Authentication |
Your Compliance Coverage
If you comply with PSD2 SCA, you already cover:
FTC GLBA Safeguards Rule (16 CFR Part 314)
67%
4 controls mapped
Compare →Vietnam PDPD
67%
4 controls mapped
Compare →Turkey KVKK
67%
4 controls mapped
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is PSD2 SCA?
PSD2 SCA is a compliance framework from European Union with 6 domains and 6 controls. Payment Services Directive 2 Strong Customer Authentication requirements It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does PSD2 SCA have?
PSD2 SCA has 6 controls organised across 6 domains. The largest domains are Authentication Methods (1 controls), Fraud and Incident Reporting (1 controls), Governance and Compliance (1 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does PSD2 SCA map to?
PSD2 SCA maps to 152 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are FTC GLBA Safeguards Rule (16 CFR Part 314) (67% coverage), Vietnam PDPD (67% coverage), Turkey KVKK (67% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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