The CMP product approval process evaluates compliance to the AAUI specifications of the PPSE and/or SECM application. It also requires a security evaluation of the IC and platform on which the PPSE and/or SECM applications are installed. Note that PPSE Product approval only includes evaluating compliance of the PPSE to the AAUI specification.
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This summary describes the standard process for the approval of a new CMP or PPSE product. A separate process, described in the administrative process, may apply for a product renewal.
Obtain the detailed mobile CMP/PPSE Administrative process
Obtain the mobile type approval update bulletins
Obtain the application activation user interface reference specification
Obtain the specification bulletins
The Integrated Circuit (IC) provider and the product provider shall:
Once EMVCo reviews and accepts the forms, the IC and product provider will receive a contract. Once the contract is signed, EMVCo will assign both an IC provider registration number and a product provider registration number. Registration is a one-time process.
Obtain the Business Review Form
The product provider shall select a laboratory and execute bilateral, required agreements and contracts. The product provider shall complete an Implementation Conformance Statement (ICS) document in which it provides detailed information about the product and supported features. The laboratory will validate and submit the ICS to EMVCo for verification.
Obtain the list of EMV® accredited laboratories for CMP/PPSE testing
Once EMVCo has accepted the ICS, the Level 2 testing of the SECM and/or PPSE will be performed. The test results are documented in a test report that the laboratory submits to the product provider.
Obtain the CMP SE Test Application Requirements Specification
Obtain the activation and deactivation date of the test cases
Upon receipt of the test reports from the laboratory, the product provider decides if it will submit the product for approval. Assuming so, the product provider shall complete a Request for Approval form and ask the laboratory to send EMVCo the test reports. EMVCo will grant a Letter of Compliance (LOC) when a test report demonstrates sufficient product conformance. Applicable fees must be paid before the LOC is granted.
The following are prerequisites that must be completed prior to seeking Mobile CMP/PPSE approval:
For each submission of a CMP or PPSE product for approval (either for a new product, or a renewal), specific fees shall be paid to EMVCo, as detailed in MTA Bulletin 21. Additional information on fees may be found in the CMP/PPSE Administrative Process.
Note: EMVCo Accredited Laboratories will have a fee structure for laboratory testing services. EMVCo is not responsible for laboratory testing fees.
