Security metrics is asking me to pay $195 to be PCI compliant, has anyone else paid this? is this a legit fee requirement?

Yes, SecurityMetrics is a legitimate partner with Intuit, vvin954287. Let me provide additional information below.

Intuit has partnered with SecurityMetrics to streamline the PCI compliance validation process. It also charges an annual fee to merchants. However, you're not required to do this if your merchant already has PCI compliance services with another company other than SecurityMetrics.

If you choose to use SecurityMetrics, you'll need to create an account first. Once you've finished SecurityMetrics FastPass, you may buy the PCI package that most closely matches your requirements. After that, finish a SAQ and prepare your scans.

All merchants are also required to complete a Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ). The required SAQ depends on how you store, handle, and process card data. For more details about these requirements, I recommend reading through these resources:

• Learn about QuickBooks PCI Compliance
• Learn about the PCI DSS Compliance Services

Please don't hesitate to reach out to me here if you have further questions about PCI compliance. I'll be sure to get back to you. Take good care.