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Accreditation Body · Eurasian Region

Eurasian Accreditation Committee

ISO/IEC 17021-1 · Management Systems Certification

An independent accreditation body operating in accordance with ISO/IEC 17011:2017, accrediting certification bodies that audit and certify management systems.

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Accreditation Scope
  • Quality Management
    ISO 9001 certification bodies
  • Information Security
    ISO 27001 certification bodies
  • OHS & Environment
    ISO 45001 · ISO 14001 certification bodies
  • Other Management Systems
    ISO 37001, ISO 22000 and others
Operates under ISO/IEC 17011:2017
17021 -1
Core Standard
ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 — requirements for management system certification bodies
10 +
Management System Schemes
ISO 9001, 14001, 27001, 45001, 37001 and other accredited scopes
Eurasian
Regional Coverage
Accreditation services for certification bodies across the Eurasian region
17011
Accreditation Body Standard
Operates in full conformance with ISO/IEC 17011:2017
About the Committee

We accredit
certification bodies

The Eurasian Accreditation Committee is an independent accreditation body that assesses and accredits management system certification bodies operating in the Eurasian region. Accreditation is granted to bodies that demonstrate conformance with ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 and the Committee's accreditation criteria.

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01
Independence
The Committee operates independently from certification bodies, consultants, and other parties that may create conflicts of interest. Impartiality is a core requirement of ISO/IEC 17011:2017.
02
Competence
All assessments are conducted by qualified assessors with documented expertise in management system certification and auditing in accordance with ISO/IEC 17021-1.
03
Transparency
Accreditation criteria, procedures, and decisions are publicly available. The register of accredited certification bodies is maintained and accessible at eaacr.org.
Accreditation Scope

Management system
certification bodies

The Committee accredits certification bodies operating under ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015. Accreditation covers all management system schemes audited and certified by the applicant body.

ISO 9001
Quality Management Systems
Certification bodies auditing organisations against ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
ISO 14001
Environmental Management Systems
Certification bodies auditing organisations against ISO 14001:2015 requirements.
ISO 45001
Occupational Health & Safety
Certification bodies auditing organisations against ISO 45001:2018 requirements.
ISO/IEC 27001
Information Security Management
Certification bodies auditing organisations against ISO/IEC 27001:2022 requirements.
ISO 37001
Anti-Bribery Management Systems
Certification bodies auditing organisations against ISO 37001:2016 requirements.
ISO 22000 & others
Other Management System Schemes
Food safety, energy, business continuity and other schemes under ISO/IEC 17021-1 scope.
Not sure your scheme is covered? Contact us to confirm whether your certification scope falls within the Committee's accreditation criteria.
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Accreditation Process

How accreditation
works

The accreditation process follows a structured cycle based on ISO/IEC 17011:2017. From initial application to the granting of accreditation, the typical duration is 6 to 12 months.

01
Application
The certification body submits a formal application and supporting documentation demonstrating its operations under ISO/IEC 17021-1.
Weeks 1–2
02
Document Review
The Committee conducts an office review of all submitted documentation against accreditation requirements and applicable criteria.
Weeks 3–6
03
On-site Assessment
A team of qualified assessors conducts an on-site assessment of the certification body's operations, processes, and competence.
Weeks 7–16
04
Review & Decision
Assessment findings are reviewed by the accreditation committee. The certification body addresses any nonconformities identified.
Weeks 17–22
05
Accreditation Granted
Upon successful completion, accreditation is granted for a defined scope. The body is listed in the public register at eaacr.org.
Week 23+
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Why it matters

Accreditation you can
rely on

Conformance with ISO/IEC 17011
The Committee's operations, procedures, and governance conform to ISO/IEC 17011:2017 — the international standard for accreditation bodies.
Public Impartiality Policy
The Committee's Impartiality Policy is publicly available and defines how conflicts of interest are identified, managed, and resolved.
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Structured Assessment Cycle
Accreditation is subject to regular surveillance and re-assessment to ensure continued conformance of accredited certification bodies.
Independent Governance
Accreditation decisions are made independently by the Committee's accreditation panel, separate from assessment and commercial activities.
Public Register of Accredited Bodies
All accredited certification bodies are listed in the public register maintained at eaacr.org, with scope and accreditation status.
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Complaints & Appeals Procedure
A formal procedure for handling complaints and appeals is in place and publicly documented, ensuring accountability and due process.
Complaints Policy
ISO/IEC 17011:2017
Accreditation Body Requirements Requirements for accreditation bodies accrediting conformity assessment bodies
ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015
Certification Body Requirements Requirements for bodies providing audit and certification of management systems
ISO/IEC 17000:2020
Conformity Assessment Vocabulary Vocabulary and general principles for conformity assessment activities
Latest Updates

News & Announcements

All news
Announcement
Eurasian Accreditation Committee opens applications for the first accreditation cycle
The Committee announces the opening of applications for accreditation of management system certification bodies operating in the Eurasian region. Certification bodies may submit applications in accordance with the published accreditation criteria and procedures.
March 2025
Agreement
MoU signed with regional standards body on cooperation in conformity assessment
February 2025
Event
Q1 Committee meeting: accreditation criteria and assessor qualifications reviewed
January 2025
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for accreditation?

Submit an application or contact the Committee for a preliminary consultation. We will confirm whether your certification body meets the eligibility criteria and guide you through the process.

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Contact information
For accreditation-related enquiries, please use the contact form on the Contact page and specify your certification scope.
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