TÜV Rheinland
TÜV Rheinland is one of the classic German certification bodies, accredited by DAkkS for ISO 27001 and operating in most major markets. Its brand carries strong weight in European procurement.
At a glance
| Headquarters | Cologne, Germany |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1872 |
| Firm type | Accredited certification body (DAkkS) |
| Audit-fee planning range | $15K–$50K (published planning range, Sept 2026) |
| Typical certification window | 4–9 mo |
| Frameworks (per firm) | ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 27701 |
| Official website | tuv.com |
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European companies and supply chains where the TÜV mark is expected.
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Questions about TÜV Rheinland
Is TÜV Rheinland an accredited body that can issue ISO 27001 certificates?
TÜV Rheinland is listed here as a Accredited certification body (DAkkS). 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 TÜV Rheinland support?
Per the firm's public materials: ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 27701.
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