What is UKAS accreditation?

UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service) is the UK’s national accreditation body. It certifies that organizations offering certification, testing, inspection, and calibration services meet internationally recognized standards.

Why is UKAS accreditation important for ISO 27001?

UKAS accreditation assures that your ISO 27001 certification body has been independently assessed for competence, impartiality, and performance. It enhances the credibility of the ISO 27001 certificate you receive.

Is UKAS ISO 27001 certification mandatory?

While UKAS certification is not legally required, it is strongly preferred by many clients, procurement departments, and government tenders because it demonstrates a higher standard of trust and compliance.

How can I verify if a certification body is UKAS accredited?

You can verify accreditation by checking the UKAS website or looking for the official UKAS crown and tick logo on your certification body’s documentation and website.

Does Tempo Audits offer UKAS-accredited ISO 27001 certification?

Yes, Tempo Audits is a UKAS-accredited certification body, authorized to issue ISO 27001 certificates under UKAS accreditation. This ensures maximum trust, recognition, and audit credibility for our clients.

UKAS Accredited ISO 27001 Certification with Tempo Audits

UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service) is the UK’s official national accreditation body. Appointed by the government, UKAS assesses and accredits certification bodies to ensure they operate competently and deliver credible results.

When you choose a UKAS-accredited certification body for your ISO 27001 audit, you're assured that your certification is internationally recognized, rigorously audited, and truly meaningful.

Not all ISO 27001 certificates are created equal — without UKAS accreditation, your certification could be questioned by clients, suppliers, or government entities.

ISO 27001 Certification

Remote-First Audits

Streamlined Communication

Expert Auditors

Why UKAS Accreditation Matters for ISO 27001 Certification

Credibility: A UKAS-accredited ISO 27001 certificate carries real weight. It’s recognized globally and respected by regulators, partners, and customers.

Tendering Advantage: Many public sector contracts in the UK require ISO 27001 certification from a UKAS-accredited body.
Risk Mitigation: Accredited audits are conducted against strict standards, reducing the risk of certification issues later.

Customer Trust: Prospects and clients can verify your certification on the UKAS CertCheck database, proving your commitment to security and compliance.

Why Choose Tempo Audits?

At Tempo Audits, we’re proud to be a UKAS-accredited certification body for ISO 27001. This means:

Your certification is backed by the highest level of accreditation in the UK.
Our audit processes meet rigorous international standards.
You'll benefit from working with experienced ISO 27001 Lead Auditors who focus on adding value, not just ticking boxes.

We help you not only achieve certification but also we help you improve your information security management system (ISMS) along the way.

☑️ Certified to certify!
☑️ Practical, business-focused audits
☑️ Transparent, supportive process from start to finish

Tempo’s audit processes are built with your tech-stack in mind - with auditors trained-up with the tools you use

Learn more

Ready to book your audit?

ISO 27001 Certification

SOC 2 compliance

What Happens During a UKAS ISO 27001 Audit?

Tempo Audits' UKAS-accredited ISO 27001 audit process typically follows three key phases:

Stage 1 Audit:
A review of your ISMS documentation and readiness for certification.
Stage 2 Audit:
A deeper evaluation to verify your ISMS implementation, effectiveness, and compliance with ISO 27001:2022.
Surveillance Audits:
Ongoing annual audits to maintain your certification over a 3-year cycle.

Our auditors assess your real-world practices, interview staff, sample operational controls, and make sure your ISMS is more than just paperwork.

UKAS ISO 27001 Certification FAQs

Is UKAS accreditation mandatory for ISO 27001 certification?
Technically no — but practically, yes. Especially in industries like finance, healthcare, technology, or any public sector work, clients and regulators expect UKAS-accredited certificates.

Could you tell me where clients can verify a UKAS-accredited certificate?
All valid certifications issued by UKAS-accredited bodies can be found on the official UKAS CertCheck database.

What’s the risk of choosing a non-UKAS certification body?
Non-UKAS certificates might not be accepted by major clients, partners, or public sector organizations — you could lose tenders, business opportunities, or face credibility challenges.

Does UKAS only accredit ISO 27001 certification?
No, UKAS accredits bodies for many standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, etc.), but ISO 27001 is one of the most critical for information security.

Get a Quote

Book a call below, and we’ll provide a quote without any forms being filled out.

Alternatively, if you have all the details, fill out this form here.