Accredia Accredited Bodies Profile
Accredia is the Italian national accreditation body, designated by the Italian government to accredit certification bodies, testing laboratories, and inspection bodies operating in Italy. As a signatory to the IAF and EA multilateral recognition arrangements, Accredia accreditation ensures that ISO certificates issued by accredited bodies in Italy are recognized internationally.
What Accredia Accreditation Means
Italian regulatory authority means Accredia accreditation is the standard for ISO certification bodies operating in the Italian market. Many public sector procurement requirements, regulatory frameworks, and industry standards specify Accredia-accredited certification.
EU-wide recognition through the European co-operation for Accreditation (EA) multilateral recognition arrangement means Accredia-accredited certifications are accepted across all EU member states and beyond through IAF arrangements.
Garante compliance alignment ensures that Accredia-accredited bodies understand how ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 certifications interact with Italian GDPR enforcement by the Garante per la protezione dei dati personali.
Choosing an Accredia Accredited Body
Search the Accredia database to verify certification body accreditation status. Major Accredia-accredited bodies include RINA, Bureau Veritas Italy, DNV, SGS, TUV, and several Italian domestic certification bodies. Selection criteria should include industry expertise, auditor availability, and pricing.
Pricing Expectations
ISO 27001 certification through Accredia-accredited bodies ranges from EUR 7,000 for small organizations to EUR 35,000+ for large enterprises. Multi-standard audits offer efficiencies. Annual surveillance audits cost 30-40% of the initial certification.
Who Should Choose Accredia Accredited Bodies
All organizations in Italy seeking ISO management system certifications should use Accredia-accredited bodies, particularly those serving public sector clients or operating in regulated industries. Accredia accreditation provides maximum market credibility in Italy.