ISO 27001 Certification
Certification body profile

SGS

SGS is the world's largest testing, inspection and certification company, with a management-systems certification arm covering ISO 27001 in dozens of countries. Its scale suits multi-site and multi-country certification programs that need a single global contract.

At a glance

HeadquartersGeneva, Switzerland
Founded1878
Firm typeAccredited certification body (UKAS and others)
Audit-fee planning range$15K–$50K (published planning range, Sept 2026)
Typical certification window4–9 mo
Frameworks (per firm)ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27701, ISO 45001
Official websitesgs.com

Best fit

Multi-site or multinational companies that want one CB across countries and sites.

Before you engage

A very large organization — confirm your named audit team and local scheduling before signing.

Independent directory note. This profile is compiled from the firm's public materials, verified September 2026. It is not an endorsement and not a paid placement. Verify the CB's accreditation and engagement terms yourself.

Questions about SGS

Is SGS an accredited body that can issue ISO 27001 certificates?

SGS is listed here as a Accredited certification body (UKAS and others). Only accredited certification bodies can issue ISO 27001 certificates — confirm the body's current accreditation for ISO 27001 (check the accreditation body's directory, e.g. UKAS, ANAB, DAkkS, RvA) before engaging.

What frameworks does SGS support?

Per the firm's public materials: ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27701, ISO 45001.

How do I get pricing from this certification body?

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