Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]
Summary of Options Granted
Share-based Compensation, Stock Options, Activity [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Stock Option Activity
Disclosure of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table Text Block]
Summary of Stock Options Outstanding and Exercisable
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Stock Option Valuation Assumptions
Schedule of Share-based Payment Award, Stock Options, Valuation Assumptions [Table Text Block]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
Award Type [Axis]
Award Type [Axis]
Equity Award [Domain]
Equity Award [Domain]
Stock Options
Employee Stock Option [Member]
Plan Name [Axis]
Plan Name [Domain]
FIS Plan amended and restated
FIS Plan Amended and Restated [Member]
FIS Plan Amended and Restated [Member]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]
OPtion Available for Grant
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Additional General Disclosures [Abstract]
Options available for grant, beginning (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Available for Grant
Options granted in period (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Gross
Options outstanding (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Number
Options available for grant, ending (in shares)
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Income Tax Expense (Benefit), Intraperiod Tax Allocation [Abstract]
Income Tax Expense (Benefit), Intraperiod Tax Allocation [Abstract]
Tax expense (benefit) per statement of earnings
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Tax expense (benefit) attributable to discontinued operations
Discontinued Operation, Tax Effect of Discontinued Operation
Unrealized (loss) gain on foreign currency translation
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Translation Gain (Loss) Arising During Period, Tax
Other components of other comprehensive income
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Other Adjustments
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Other Adjustments
Total income tax expense (benefit) allocated to other comprehensive income
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Tax
Tax benefit from exercise of stock options
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Tax Benefit from Exercise of Stock Options
Total income tax expense (benefit)
Income Tax Expense (Benefit), Intraperiod Tax Allocation
Statement of Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]
Cash dividends declared (in dollars per share)
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Declared
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Goodwill [Table]
Schedule of Goodwill [Table]
Disposal Group Classification [Axis]
Disposal Group Classification [Axis]
Disposal Group Classification [Domain]
Disposal Group Classification [Domain]
Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations
Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations [Member]
Geographical [Axis]
Geographical [Axis]
Geographical [Domain]
Geographical [Domain]
North America
North America [Member]
Goodwill
Goodwill [Line Items]
Loss on sale of asset
Gain (Loss) on Sale of Assets and Asset Impairment Charges
Goodwill distributed through sale of businesses
Goodwill, Written off Related to Sale of Business Unit
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
FIS Credit Agreement
Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. Credit Agreements [Member]
Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. Credit Agreements [Member]
Debt Instrument
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Principal maturities of long-term debt
Maturities of Long-term Debt [Abstract]
2019
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Next Twelve Months
2020
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Two
2021
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Three
2022
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Four
2023
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Five
Thereafter
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal after Year Five
Total principal payments
Long-term Debt, Gross
Debt issuance costs, net of accumulated amortization
Debt Issuance Costs, Net
Total long-term debt
Long-term Debt, Excluding Unamortized Discount (Premium)
Long-term Debt, Excluding Unamortized Discount (Premium)
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Other Commitments [Table]
Other Commitments [Table]
Purchase Commitment, Excluding Long-term Commitment [Axis]
Purchase Commitment, Excluding Long-term Commitment [Axis]
Purchase Commitment, Excluding Long-term Commitment [Domain]
Purchase Commitment, Excluding Long-term Commitment [Domain]
Computer data processing operations and related functions
Computer Data Processing Operations and Related Functions [Member]
Computer Data Processing Operations and Related Functions [Member]
Other Commitments
Other Commitments [Line Items]
Contractual obligation
Purchase Commitment, Remaining Minimum Amount Committed
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Property and Equipment
Property, Plant and Equipment Disclosure [Text Block]
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]
Schedule of Outstanding Debt
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Principal Maturities of Debt
Schedule of Maturities of Long-term Debt [Table Text Block]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Derivative [Table]
Derivative [Table]
Hedging Relationship [Axis]
Hedging Relationship [Axis]
Hedging Relationship [Domain]
Hedging Relationship [Domain]
Cash Flow Hedge
Cash Flow Hedging [Member]
Derivative Instrument [Axis]
Derivative Instrument [Axis]
Derivative Contract [Domain]
Derivative Contract [Domain]
Interest rate swap
Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Derivative
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional amount of derivatives terminated
Derivative, Notional Amount of Derivatives Terminated
Derivative, Notional Amount of Derivatives Terminated
Fair value changes reclassified from other comprehensive earnings
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, Realized upon Sale or Liquidation, before Tax
Gain (loss) on interest rate derivative
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Arising During Period, before Tax
Gain (loss) reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive earnings into income
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Reclassified from Accumulated OCI into Income, Effective Portion, Net
Commitments and Contingencies
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Axis]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Axis]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Domain]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Domain]
Land
Land [Member]
Buildings
Building [Member]
Leasehold improvements
Leasehold Improvements [Member]
Computer equipment
Computer Equipment [Member]
Furniture, fixtures, and other equipment
Furniture, Fixture and Other Equipment [Member]
Furniture, Fixture and Other Equipment [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment, gross
Property, Plant and Equipment, Gross
Accumulated depreciation and amortization
Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Property, Plant, and Equipment
Total property and equipment, net
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets (Excluding Goodwill) [Abstract]
Intangible Assets
Intangible Assets Disclosure [Text Block]
Net Earnings per Share
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Earnings from continuing operations attributable to FIS, net of tax
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations, Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Earnings (loss) from discontinued operations attributable to FIS, net of tax
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Net earnings attributable to FIS common stockholders
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Parent
Weighted average shares outstanding — basic (in shares)
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Basic
Plus: Common stock equivalent shares (in shares)
Weighted Average Number Diluted Shares Outstanding Adjustment
Weighted average shares outstanding — diluted (in shares)
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Diluted
Net earnings per share — basic from continuing operations attributable to FIS common stockholders (in dollars per share)
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations, Per Basic Share
Net earnings (loss) per share — basic from discontinued operations attributable to FIS common stockholders (in dollars per share)
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations and Disposal of Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Per Basic Share
Net earnings per share — basic attributable to FIS common stockholders (in dollars per share)
Earnings Per Share, Basic
Net earnings per share — diluted from continuing operations attributable to FIS common stockholders (in dollars per share)
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations, Per Diluted Share
Net earnings (loss) per share — diluted from discontinued operations attributable to FIS common stockholders (in dollars per share)
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations and Disposal of Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Per Diluted Share
Net earnings per share — diluted attributable to FIS common stockholders (in dollars per share)
Earnings Per Share, Diluted
Research and Development [Abstract]
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Table]
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Table]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Computer software
Computer Software, Intangible Asset [Member]
Computer Software
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Amortization expense for intangible assets with finite lives
Amortization of Intangible Assets
Estimated Amortization of Intangibles
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net, Amortization Expense, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
2019
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Next Twelve Months
2020
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Two
2021
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Three
2022
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Four
2023
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Five
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Table]
Geographic Distribution [Axis]
Geographic Distribution [Axis]
Geographic Distribution [Domain]
Geographic Distribution [Domain]
Foreign Entities
Geographic Distribution, Foreign [Member]
Disposal Group, Held-for-sale, Not Discontinued Operations
Disposal Group, Held-for-sale, Not Discontinued Operations [Member]
Disposal Group Name [Axis]
Disposal Group Name [Axis]
Disposal Group Name [Domain]
Disposal Group Name [Domain]
Brazilian Venture
Brazilian Venture [Member]
Brazilian Venture [Member]
Treasury lock hedge
Treasury Lock [Member]
Customer relationships
Customer Relationships [Member]
Trademarks
Trademarks [Member]
Internally developed software
Developed Technology Rights [Member]
Range [Axis]
Range [Axis]
Range [Domain]
Range [Domain]
Minimum
Minimum [Member]
Maximum
Maximum [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Axis]
Furniture and fixture
Furniture and Fixtures [Member]
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Textuals) [Abstract]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, at Carrying Value
Fair value of long-term debt
Fair Value, Aggregate Differences, Long-term Debt Instruments
Fair Value, Aggregate Differences, Long-term Debt Instruments
Asset impairments
Asset Impairment Charges
Impairment of intangible assets
Impairment of Intangible Assets (Excluding Goodwill)
Goodwill, impairment loss
Goodwill, Impairment Loss
Impairment of assets held for sale
Impairment of Assets Held for Sale
Impairment of Assets Held for Sale
Derivative, notional amount
Derivative, Notional Amount
Senior notes
Senior Notes
Settlement of derivative contract
Interest expense recognition period
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Reclassification from Accumulated OCI to Income, Estimate of Time to Transfer
Intangible assets, estimated useful lives
Finite-Lived Intangible Asset, Useful Life
Fixed asset, estimated useful life
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life
Purchase of common shares (in shares)
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Weighted average fair value of options
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions and Methodology [Abstract]
Risk free interest rate
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Risk Free Interest Rate
Volatility
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate
Dividend yield
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Dividend Rate
Weighted average expected life (years)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Term
Capitalized Contract Cost [Abstract]
Schedule of Deferred Contract Costs
Deferred Costs, Capitalized, Prepaid, and Other Assets Disclosure [Table Text Block]
Segments [Axis]
Segments [Axis]
Segments [Domain]
IFS
Integrated Financial Solutions [Member]
Integrated Financial Solutions [Member]
GFS
Global Financial Solutions [Member]
Global Financial Solutions [Member]
Corporate and Other
Corporate and Other [Member]
Changes in goodwill, net of purchase accounting adjustments
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance
Goodwill
Goodwill distributed through sale of businesses
Brazilian Venture impairment
Foreign currency adjustments
Goodwill, Translation and Purchase Accounting Adjustments
Ending balance
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
Preferred stock, par value (in dollars per share)
Preferred Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share
Preferred stock, shares authorized (in shares)
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized
Preferred stock, shares outstanding (in shares)
Preferred Stock, Shares Outstanding
Preferred stock, shares issued (in shares)
Preferred Stock, Shares Issued
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares)
Common Stock, Shares Authorized
Common stock, shares issued (in shares)
Common Stock, Shares, Issued
Treasury stock, shares (in shares)
Treasury Stock, Shares
Debt
Long-term Debt [Text Block]
ASSETS
Assets [Abstract]
Current assets:
Assets, Current [Abstract]
Settlement deposits
Settlement deposits
Deposits held on behalf of clients related to the settlement of card transaction processing services and third party check collection services.
Trade receivables, net
Accounts Receivable, Net, Current
Contract assets
Contract with Customer, Asset, Net, Current
Settlement receivables
Settlement Assets, Current
Other receivables
Other Receivables
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
Prepaid Expense and Other Assets, Current
Total current assets
Assets, Current
Property and equipment, net
Goodwill
Intangible assets, net
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill)
Computer software, net
Capitalized Computer Software, Net
Deferred contract costs, net
Capitalized Contract Cost, Net, Noncurrent
Other noncurrent assets
Other Assets, Noncurrent
Total assets
Assets
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Liabilities and Equity [Abstract]
Current liabilities:
Liabilities, Current [Abstract]
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities, Current
Settlement payables
Settlement Liabilities, Current
Deferred revenue
Contract with Customer, Liability, Current
Short-term borrowings
Short-term Debt
Current portion of long-term debt
Long-term Debt and Capital Lease Obligations, Current
Total current liabilities
Liabilities, Current
Long-term debt, excluding current portion
Long-term Debt and Capital Lease Obligations
Deferred income taxes
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Gross, Noncurrent
Deferred revenue
Contract with Customer, Liability, Noncurrent
Other long-term liabilities
Other Liabilities, Noncurrent
Total liabilities
Liabilities
Equity:
Equity [Abstract]
FIS stockholders’ equity:
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent [Abstract]
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value, 200 shares authorized, none issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2018 and 2017
Preferred Stock, Value, Issued
Common stock, $0.01 par value, 600 shares authorized, 433 and 432 shares issued as of December 31, 2018 and 2017, respectively
Common Stock, Value, Issued
Additional paid in capital
Additional Paid in Capital
Retained earnings
Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)
Accumulated other comprehensive earnings (loss)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Treasury stock, $0.01 par value, 106 and 99 common shares as of December 31, 2018 and 2017, respectively, at cost
Treasury Stock, Value
Total FIS stockholders’ equity
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent
Noncontrolling interest
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Total equity
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Total liabilities and equity
Liabilities and Equity
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]
Disaggregation of Revenue
Disaggregation of Revenue [Table Text Block]
Contract Balances
Contract with Customer, Asset and Liability [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Future Minimum Operating Lease Payments for Leases
Lessee, Operating Lease, Disclosure [Table Text Block]
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]
Schedule of Related Party Transactions, by Related Party [Table]
Schedule of Related Party Transactions, by Related Party [Table]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Entity [Domain]
Entity [Domain]
Capco Consulting Business
Capco Consulting Business [Member]
Capco Consulting Business [Member]
Banco Bradesco
Banco Bradesco [Member]
Banco Bradesco [Member]
Ownership [Axis]
Ownership [Axis]
Ownership [Domain]
Ownership [Domain]
Cardinal Holdings
Cardinal Holdings [Member]
Cardinal Holdings [Member]
Related Party [Axis]
Related Party [Domain]
Related Party [Domain]
Joint venture
Corporate Joint Venture [Member]
Related Party Transaction [Axis]
Related Party Transaction [Axis]
Related Party Transaction [Domain]
Related Party Transaction [Domain]
Favorable (unfavorable) Currency Impact
Unfavorable Currency Impact [Member]
Unfavorable Currency Impact [Member]
Related Party Transaction
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Ownership percentage (percent)
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage
Dividends paid
Payments of Dividends
Noncontrolling interest value
Noncontrolling Interest in Joint Ventures
Total related party revenues
Revenue from Related Parties
Components of Other Comprehensive Earnings
Stockholders' Equity Note Disclosure [Text Block]
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Table]
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Table]
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction, Start Date [Axis]
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction, Start Date [Axis]
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]
Remaining performance obligation, percentage
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Percentage
Performance obligations expected to be satisfied, expected timing
Revenue, Performance Obligation, Description of Timing
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Axis]
Exercise Price Range [Axis]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Domain]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Domain]
$ 0.00 - $ 59.91
Exercise Price Range One [Member]
Exercise Price Range One.
$ 59.92 - $ 62.92
Exercise Price Range Two [Member]
Exercise Price Range Two.
$ 62.93 - $ 66.62
Exercise Price Range Three [Member]
Exercise Price Range Three.
$ 66.63 - $ 80.03
Exercise Price Range Four [Member]
Exercise Price Range Four.
$ 80.04 - $ 102.55
Exercise Price Range Five [Member]
Exercise Price Range Five.
$ 102.56 - $ 107.45
Exercise Price Range Six [Member]
Exercise Price Range Six.
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Stock options outstanding and exercisable
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Beginning of Period [Abstract]
Exercise price range lower limit (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Lower Range Limit
Exercise price range upper limit (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Upper Range Limit
Number of Options (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercisable, Number
Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Outstanding Options, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term
Weighted Average Exercise Price (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Outstanding Options, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Intrinsic Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Intrinsic Value
Number of Options (in shares)
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Exercisable Options
Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Exercisable Options, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term
Weighted Average Exercise Price (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Exercisable Options, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Intrinsic Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Vested and Expected to Vest, Exercisable, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
Closing stock price (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercisable, Intrinsic Value, Closing Stock Price
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercisable, Intrinsic Value, Closing Stock Price
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Senior Notes
Senior Notes [Member]
Senior Notes due April 2018, interest payable semi-annually at 2.000%
Two Point Zero Percent Senior Notes Due 2018 [Member]
Two Point Zero Percent Senior Notes Due 2018 [Member]
Senior Notes due October 2018, interest payable semi-annually at 2.850%
Two Point Eight Five Zero Percent Senior Notes Due 2018 [Member]
Two Point Eight Five Zero Percent Senior Notes Due 2018 [Member]
Senior Notes due October 2020, interest payable semi-annually at 3.625% (2020 Notes)
Three Point Six Two Five Percent Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Three Point Six Two Five Percent Senior Notes Due 2020
Senior Euro Notes due January 2021, interest payable annually at 0.400% (2021 Euro Notes)
Point Four Zero Percent Euro Senior Notes Due January 2021 [Member]
Point Four Zero Percent Euro Senior Notes Due January 2021 [Member]
Senior Notes due August 2021, interest payable semi-annually at 2.250% (2021 Notes)
Two Point Two Five Percent Senior Notes Due 2021 [Member]
Two Point Two Five Percent Senior Notes Due 2021 [Member]
Senior GBP Notes due June 2022, interest payable annually at 1.700% (2022 GBP Notes)
One Point Seven Percent GBP Senior Notes Due June 2022 [Member]
One Point Seven Percent GBP Senior Notes Due June 2022 [Member]
Senior Notes due October 2022, interest payable semi-annually at 4.500% (2022 Notes)
Four Point Five Zero Percent Senior Notes Due 2022 [Member]
Four Point Five Zero Percent Senior Notes Due 2022 [Member]
Senior Notes due April 2023, interest payable semi-annually at 3.500% (2023 Notes)
Three Point Five Percent Senior Notes Due 2023 [Member]
Three Point Five Percent Senior Notes Due 2023 [Member]
Senior Notes due June 2024, interest payable semi-annually at 3.875% (2024 Notes)
Three Point Eight Seven Five Percent Senior Notes Due 2024 [Member]
Three Point Eight Seven Five Percent Senior Notes Due 2024 [Member]
Senior Euro Notes due July 2024, interest payable annually at 1.100% (2024 Euro Notes)
One Point One Percent Euro Senior Notes Due July 2024 [Member]
One Point One Percent Euro Senior Notes Due July 2024 [Member]
Senior Notes due October 2025, interest payable semi-annually at 5.000% (2025 Notes)
Five Point Zero Percent Senior Notes Due 2025 [Member]
Five Point Zero Percent Senior Notes Due 2025 [Member]
Senior Notes due August 2026, interest payable semi-annually at 3.000% (2026 Notes)
Three Percent Senior Notes Due 2026 [Member]
Three Percent Senior Notes Due 2026 [Member]
Senior Notes due May 2028, interest payable semi-annually at 4.250% (2028 Notes)
Four Point Two Five Percent Senior Notes Due 2028 [Member]
Four Point Two Five Percent Senior Notes Due 2028 [Member]
Senior Notes due August 2046, interest payable semi-annually at 4.500% (2046 Notes)
Four Point Five Percent Senior Notes Due 2046 [Member]
Four Point Five Percent Senior Notes Due 2046 [Member]
Senior Notes due May 2048, interest payable semi-annually at 4.750% (2048 Notes)
Four Point Seven Five Percent Senior Notes Due 2048 [Member]
Four Point Seven Five Percent Senior Notes Due 2048 [Member]
Credit Facility [Axis]
Credit Facility [Axis]
Credit Facility [Domain]
Credit Facility [Domain]
Revolving Credit Facility
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Variable Rate [Axis]
Variable Rate [Axis]
Variable Rate [Domain]
Variable Rate [Domain]
LIBOR
London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member]
Debt instrument, stated percentage
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage
Credit facility outstanding amount
Long-term Line of Credit
Other
Debt Instrument, Unamortized (Discount) Premium, Debt Issuance Costs, and Capital Lease Obligations, Net
Debt Instrument, Unamortized (Discount) Premium, Debt Issuance Costs, and Capital Lease Obligations, Net
Total principal payments
Long-term Debt
Current portion of long-term debt
Long-term Debt, Current Maturities
Long-term debt, excluding current portion
Long-term Debt, Excluding Current Maturities
Applicable margin
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
Revolving loan unused commitment fee percentage
Line of Credit Facility, Unused Capacity, Commitment Fee Percentage
Weighted average interest rate (percent)
Long-term Debt, Weighted Average Interest Rate, at Point in Time
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Receivable [Roll Forward]
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Receivable [Roll Forward]
Allowance for doubtful accounts beginning
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Receivable, Current
Bad debt expense
Provision for Doubtful Accounts
Write-offs, net of recoveries
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Receivable, Write-offs
Allowance for doubtful accounts ending
Deferred income tax assets:
Components of Deferred Tax Assets [Abstract]
Net operating loss carryforwards
Deferred Tax Assets, Operating Loss Carryforwards
Employee benefit accruals
Deferred Tax Assets, Tax Deferred Expense, Compensation and Benefits, Employee Benefits
Other deferred tax assets
Deferred Tax Assets, Other
Total gross deferred income tax assets
Deferred Tax Assets, Gross
Less valuation allowance
Deferred Tax Assets, Valuation Allowance
Total deferred income tax assets
Deferred Tax Assets, Net of Valuation Allowance
Deferred income tax liabilities:
Components of Deferred Tax Liabilities [Abstract]
Amortization of goodwill and intangible assets
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Goodwill and Intangible Assets
Deferred contract costs
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Deferred Expense
Other deferred tax liabilities
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Other
Total deferred income tax liabilities
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Gross
Net deferred income tax liability
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Net
Noncurrent assets (included in other noncurrent assets)
Deferred Tax Assets, Net, Noncurrent
Total deferred income tax assets
Deferred Income Tax Assets, Net
Noncurrent liabilities
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Net, Noncurrent
Total deferred income tax liabilities
Deferred Income Tax Liabilities, Net
Net deferred income tax liability
Customer relationships and other
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Axis]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Axis]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets
Intangible Assets
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill) [Abstract]
Cost
Intangible Assets, Gross (Excluding Goodwill)
Accumulated Amortization
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Accumulated Amortization
Net
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Segment Information
Segment Reporting Disclosure [Text Block]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Table]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Table]
Equity Components [Axis]
Equity Components [Axis]
Equity Component [Domain]
Equity Component [Domain]
Accumulated other comprehensive earnings
AOCI Attributable to Parent [Member]
Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments
Accumulated Foreign Currency Adjustment Attributable to Parent [Member]
Other
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Other [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Other [Member]
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance
Other comprehensive gain (loss) before reclassifications
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Reclassifications, Net of Tax
Ending balance
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Earnings
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Percent [Abstract]
Federal statutory income tax rate
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent
State income taxes
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, State and Local Income Taxes, Percent
Federal benefit of state taxes
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Benefits of State Tax Rate, Percent
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Benefits of State Tax Rate, Percent
Foreign rate differential
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Foreign Income Tax Rate Differential, Percent
Tax benefit from stock-based compensation
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Nondeductible Expense, Share-based Compensation Cost, Percent
Book basis in excess of tax basis for dispositions
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Disposition of Business, Percent
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Tax Cuts And Jobs Act Of 2017, Percent
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Tax Cuts And Jobs Act Of 2017, Percent
Foreign-derived intangible income deduction
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Foreign-derived Intangible Income Deduction
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Foreign-derived Intangible Income Deduction
Other
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Other Adjustments, Percent
Effective income tax rate
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Percent
Statement [Table]
Statement [Table]
Common shares
Common Stock [Member]
Additional paid-in capital
Additional Paid-in Capital [Member]
Retained earnings
Retained Earnings [Member]
Treasury shares
Treasury Stock [Member]
Noncontrolling interest
Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Statement [Line Items]
Statement [Line Items]
Beginning balance (in shares)
Shares, Issued
Issuance of restricted stock
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Restricted Stock Award, Net of Forfeitures
Issuance of restricted stock (in shares)
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Restricted Stock Award, Net of Forfeitures
Exercise of stock options
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Stock Options Exercised
Exercise of stock options (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period
Treasury shares held for taxes due upon exercise of stock options
Treasury Shares Held For Taxes, Amount
Treasury shares held for taxes, amount
Excess income tax benefit from exercise of stock options
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Income Tax Benefit from Share-based Compensation
Stock-based compensation
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Share-based Compensation, Requisite Service Period Recognition
Cash dividends declared and other distributions
Dividends, Common Stock, Cash
Purchases of treasury stock
Treasury Stock, Value, Acquired, Cost Method
Purchases of treasury stock (in shares)
Treasury Stock, Shares, Acquired
Brazilian Venture divestiture
Noncontrolling Interest, Decrease from Deconsolidation
Other
Stockholders' Equity, Other
Net earnings
Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Other comprehensive earnings, net of tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, As Previously Reported
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, As Previously Reported
Other comprehensive earnings, net of tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Ending balance (in shares)
Property plant and equipment including that recorded under capital leases
Property Plant and Equipment and Assets Held under Capital Leases [Member]
Property Plant and Equipment and Assets Held under Capital Leases [Member]
Capital lease and other financing obligations incurred
Capital Lease Obligations Incurred
Depreciation and amortization
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Segments [Domain]
Business Acquisition [Axis]
Business Acquisition [Axis]
Business Acquisition, Acquiree [Domain]
Business Acquisition, Acquiree [Domain]
SunGard
SunGard [Member]
SunGard [Member]
Segment Reporting Information
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Number of countries in which entity operates (more than)
Number of Countries in which Entity Operates
Acquisition, integration and other costs
Business Combination, Integration Related Costs
Assets from discontinued operations, excluded from total assets
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Assets
Long-term assets, excluding goodwill and other intangible assets
Long-term Assets, Excluding Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets.
Long-term Assets, Excluding Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets.
Revenue, Initial Application Period Cumulative Effect Transition [Table]
Revenue, Initial Application Period Cumulative Effect Transition [Table]
Restatement [Axis]
Restatement [Axis]
Restatement [Domain]
Restatement [Domain]
Adjustments
Restatement Adjustment [Member]
Adjustments for New Accounting Pronouncements [Axis]
Adjustments for New Accounting Pronouncements [Axis]
Type of Adoption [Domain]
Type of Adoption [Domain]
ASU 2014-09
Accounting Standards Update 2014-09 [Member]
Revenue, Initial Application Period Cumulative Effect Transition
Revenue, Initial Application Period Cumulative Effect Transition [Line Items]
Contract assets
Contract with Customer, Asset, Net
Remaining revenue recognition
Contract with Customer, Liability, Revenue Recognized
Remaining performance obligation
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Amount
Income Statement [Abstract]
Revenue (for related party activity, see Note 15)
Revenue from Contract with Customer, Excluding Assessed Tax
Cost of revenue (for related party activity, see Note 15)
Cost of Goods and Services Sold
Gross profit
Gross Profit
Selling, general and administrative expenses (for related party activity, see Note 15)
Selling, General and Administrative Expense
Operating income
Operating Income (Loss)
Other income (expense):
Nonoperating Income (Expense) [Abstract]
Interest income
Investment Income, Interest
Interest expense
Interest Expense
Other income (expense), net
Other Nonoperating Income (Expense)
Total other income (expense), net
Interest Expense and Nonoperating Income (Expense)
Interest Income (Expense) and Nonoperating Income (Expense)
Earnings from continuing operations before income taxes and equity method investment earnings (loss)
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Equity Method Investments, Income Taxes, Noncontrolling Interest
Provision (benefit) for income taxes
Equity method investment earnings (loss)
Income (Loss) from Equity Method Investments
Earnings from continuing operations, net of tax
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations, Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Earnings (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Net earnings
Net (earnings) loss attributable to noncontrolling interest
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Weighted average shares outstanding — diluted (in shares)
Amounts attributable to FIS common stockholders:
Income Amounts Attributable to Parent, Disclosures [Abstract]
Earnings from continuing operations, net of tax
Earnings (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax
Schedule of Operating Leased Assets [Table]
Schedule of Operating Leased Assets [Table]
Operating Leased Assets
Operating Leased Assets [Line Items]
Operating leases, purchase option and renewal period
Lessee, Operating Lease, Renewal Term
Future minimum operating lease payments for leases
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
2019
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due, Next Twelve Months
2020
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in Two Years
2021
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in Three Years
2022
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in Four Years
2023
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in Five Years
Thereafter
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due Thereafter
Total
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due
Rent expense incurred under all operating leases
Operating Leases, Rent Expense, Net
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets
Schedule of Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Estimated Amortization of Intangibles
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Future Amortization Expense [Table Text Block]
Related Party [Axis]
Trade receivables
Accounts Receivable, Related Parties
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
Schedule of Financial Information for the Company's Segments
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table Text Block]
Income Tax Examination [Table]
Income Tax Examination [Table]
Income Tax Authority [Axis]
Income Tax Authority [Domain]
Income Tax Authority [Domain]
Federal and State
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and State and Local Jurisdiction [Member]
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and State and Local Jurisdiction [Member]
State
State and Local Jurisdiction [Member]
Foreign
Foreign Tax Authority [Member]
Income Tax Examination
Income Tax Examination [Line Items]
Income taxes receivable
Income Taxes Receivable
Income tax payable
Accrued Income Taxes
Valuation allowance against net operating loss deferred tax assets
Operating Loss Carryforwards, Valuation Allowance
Foreign net operating loss carryforwards resulting in deferred tax assets
Deferred Tax Assets, Operating Loss Carryforwards, Foreign
Foreign tax credit carryforwards
Tax Credit Carryforward, Amount
Unrecognized tax benefits
Unrecognized Tax Benefits
Unrecognized tax benefits that would impact tax rate
Unrecognized Tax Benefits that Would Impact Effective Tax Rate
Tax benefits interest expense for unpaid taxes
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Interest on Income Taxes Expense
Unrecognized tax benefits interest and penalties accrued
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Income Tax Penalties and Interest Accrued
Unrecognized tax benefits that may be recognized during the next twelve month period
Significant Change in Unrecognized Tax Benefits is Reasonably Possible, Amount of Unrecorded Benefit
Recognition period
Significant Change in Unrecognized Tax Benefits is Reasonably Possible, Recognition Period
Significant Change in Unrecognized Tax Benefits is Reasonably Possible, Recognition Period
Schedule of changes in goodwill
Schedule of Goodwill [Table Text Block]
Amortization of capitalized contract costs
Capitalized Contract Cost, Amortization
Current provision:
Current Income Tax Expense (Benefit), Continuing Operations [Abstract]
Federal
Current Federal Tax Expense (Benefit)
State
Current State and Local Tax Expense (Benefit)
Foreign
Current Foreign Tax Expense (Benefit)
Total current provision
Current Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Deferred provision (benefit):
Deferred Income Tax Expense (Benefit), Continuing Operations [Abstract]
Federal
Deferred Federal Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
State
Deferred State and Local Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Foreign
Deferred Foreign Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Total deferred provision
Deferred Income Tax Provision
Deferred Income Tax Provision
Total provision for income taxes
Provision for income taxes is based on pre-tax income from continuing operations
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Equity Method Investments, Income Taxes, Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
United States
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes, Domestic
Foreign
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes, Foreign
Deferred Contract Costs
Deferred Contract Costs [Text Block]
Deferred Contract Costs [Text Block]
Software from business acquisitions
Software from Acquisition [Member]
Software from Acquisition [Member]
Capitalized software development costs
Capitalized Software Development Costs [Member]
Capitalized Software Development Costs [Member]
Purchased software
Purchased Software [Member]
Purchased Software [Member]
Computer software
Capitalized Computer Software, Gross
Accumulated amortization
Capitalized Computer Software, Accumulated Amortization
Total computer software, net
Summary of trade receivables, net
Accounts Receivable, Net, Current [Abstract]
Trade receivables
Accounts Receivable, Gross, Current
Allowance for doubtful accounts
Total trade receivables, net
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
Number of reportable segments
Number of Reportable Segments
Basis of Presentation
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements Disclosure [Text Block]
Risks and Uncertainties [Abstract]
Concentration of Risk
Concentration Risk Disclosure [Text Block]
Schedule of Trade Receivables
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Allowance for Doubtful Accounts
Allowance for Credit Losses on Financing Receivables [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Net Earnings Per Share
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Table Text Block]
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net earnings
Other comprehensive earnings, before tax:
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Tax [Abstract]
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments and derivatives
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Securities, Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) On Investments and Derivatives Arising During Period, before Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Securities, Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) On Investments and Derivatives Arising During Period, before Tax
Reclassification adjustment for gains (losses) included in net earnings
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments and derivatives, net
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Gain (Loss) On Investments, Derivatives and Interest Rate Swaps, Net
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Gain (Loss) On Investments, Derivatives and Interest Rate Swaps, Net
Foreign currency translation adjustments
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, before Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Minimum pension liability adjustments
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Defined Benefit Plan, after Reclassification Adjustment, before Tax
Other comprehensive earnings (loss), before tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Tax
Provision for income tax expense (benefit) related to items of other comprehensive earnings
Other comprehensive earnings (loss), net of tax
Comprehensive earnings
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Net (earnings) loss attributable to noncontrolling interest
Other comprehensive (earnings) losses attributable to noncontrolling interest
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Comprehensive earnings attributable to FIS common stockholders
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Trade receivables, net
Contract assets (current)
Contract assets (non-current), included in other noncurrent assets
Contract with Customer, Asset, Net, Noncurrent
Deferred revenue (current)
Deferred revenue (non-current)
Employee Benefit Plans
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Text Block]
Related Party Transactions
Related Party Transactions Disclosure [Text Block]
Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities, Current [Abstract]
Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities
Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities Disclosure [Text Block]
Fair Value Hedging
Fair Value Hedging [Member]
Derivative fair value
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Asset
Income Taxes
Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block]
Disaggregation of Revenue [Table]
Disaggregation of Revenue [Table]
Consolidation Items [Axis]
Consolidation Items [Axis]
Consolidation Items [Domain]
Consolidation Items [Domain]
Operating Segments
Operating Segments [Member]
All others
Non-North America [Member]
Non-North America [Member]
Product and Service [Axis]
Product and Service [Axis]
Product and Service [Domain]
Product and Service [Domain]
Processing and services
Processing Services [Member]
Processing Services [Member]
License and software related
Software Licensing [Member]
Software Licensing [Member]
Professional services
Professional Services [Member]
Professional Services [Member]
Hardware and other
Products and Services [Member]
Products and Services [Member]
Timing of Transfer of Good or Service [Axis]
Timing of Transfer of Good or Service [Axis]
Timing of Transfer of Good or Service [Domain]
Timing of Transfer of Good or Service [Domain]
Recurring fees
Transferred over Time [Member]
Non-recurring fees
Transferred at Point in Time [Member]
Disaggregation of Revenue
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Revenues
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) by Hedging Relationship, by Income Statement Location, by Derivative Instrument Risk [Table]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Table]
Net investment hedging
Net Investment Hedging [Member]
Foreign exchange forward
Foreign Exchange Forward [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss)
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Face amount of debt
Debt Instrument, Face Amount
Gain (loss) on net investment hedge
Gain (Loss) on Derivative Used in Net Investment Hedge, after Tax
Goodwill
Goodwill Disclosure [Text Block]
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Axis]
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Axis]
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Domain]
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Domain]
Senior Commercial Paper Notes
Commercial Paper [Member]
Line of Credit Facility [Axis]
Lender Name [Axis]
Line of Credit Facility, Lender [Domain]
Line of Credit Facility, Lender [Domain]
Letter of Credit
Letter of Credit [Member]
March 2022 Notes
Five Point Zero Percent Senior Notes Due 2022 [Member]
Five Point Zero Percent Senior Notes Due 2022 [Member]
Total committed capital, credit agreement
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity
Debt instrument term
Debt Instrument, Term
Commercial paper
Commercial Paper
Additional term and revolving loan capacity in the future
Line of Credit Facility, Remaining Borrowing Capacity
Percentage of principal amount redeemed
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage of Principal Amount Redeemed
Amount redeemed
Debt Instrument, Repurchased Face Amount
Write off of capitalized debt issuance costs
Write off of Deferred Debt Issuance Cost
Net proceeds from offering
Proceeds from Debt, Net of Issuance Costs
Repayments of revolving loan
Repayments of Long-term Lines of Credit
Tender offer costs
Debt Instrument, Repurchase Amount of Premium
Debt Instrument, Repurchase Amount of Premium
Loss on extinguishment of debt
Gain (Loss) on Extinguishment of Debt
Extinguishment of tender premium
Extinguishment of Tender Premium
Extinguishment of Tender Premium
Currency conversion rate (per unit)
Foreign Currency Exchange Rate, Translation
Unamortized discount (premium), net
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount (Premium), Net
Senior note redemption price, percentage
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage
Make whole amount, trigger period prior to maturity
Debt Instrument, Make Whole Amount, Trigger, Period Prior to Maturity
Debt Instrument, Make Whole Amount, Trigger, Period Prior to Maturity
Debt issuance costs
Reconciliation of gross amounts of unrecognized gross tax benefits
Reconciliation of Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Excluding Amounts Pertaining to Examined Tax Returns [Roll Forward]
Amount of unrecognized tax benefits, beginning balance
Amount of decreases due to lapse of the applicable statute of limitations
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Reduction Resulting from Lapse of Applicable Statute of Limitations
Amount of decreases due to settlements
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Decrease Resulting from Settlements with Taxing Authorities
Increases as a result of tax positions taken in the current period
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Increase Resulting from Current Period Tax Positions
Increases as a result of tax positions taken in a prior period
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Increase Resulting from Prior Period Tax Positions
Amount of unrecognized tax benefits, ending balance
Revenue
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Text Block]
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Central Index Key
Entity Central Index Key
Document Type
Document Type
Document Period End Date
Document Period End Date
Amendment Flag
Amendment Flag
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer
Entity Voluntary Filers
Entity Voluntary Filers
Entity Current Reporting Status
Entity Current Reporting Status
Entity Filer Category
Entity Filer Category
Entity Public Float
Entity Public Float
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Entity Emerging Growth Company
Entity Emerging Growth Company
Entity Small Business
Entity Small Business
Entity Shell Company
Entity Shell Company
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Beginning Balance (in shares)
Granted (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Net of Forfeitures
Exercised (in shares)
Cancelled (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Forfeitures in Period
Ending Balance (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price [Abstract]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price [Abstract]
Beginning Balance (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Granted (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Exercised (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Cancelled (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Forfeitures in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Ending Balance (in dollars per share)
Financial Instruments
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Text Block]
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
Schedule of Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities [Table Text Block]
Computer Software
Research, Development, and Computer Software Disclosure [Text Block]
Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract]
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Adjustment to reconcile net earnings to net cash provided by operating activities:
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income (Loss) to Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Amortization of debt issue costs
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs
Loss (gain) on sale of businesses and investments
Gain (Loss) on Disposition of Business
Stock-based compensation
Share-based Compensation
Deferred income taxes
Deferred Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Excess income tax benefit from exercise of stock options
Excess Tax Benefit from Share-based Compensation, Operating Activities
Other operating activities, net
Other Noncash Income (Expense)
Net changes in assets and liabilities, net of effects from acquisitions and foreign currency:
Increase (Decrease) in Operating Capital [Abstract]
Trade and other receivables
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Receivable
Contract assets
Increase (Decrease) in Contract with Customer, Asset
Settlement activity
Net decrease increase in settlement receivables
Net change during the period in settlement receivables, payables and deposits.
Prepaid expenses and other assets
Increase (Decrease) in Prepaid Expense and Other Assets
Deferred contract costs
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Charges
Deferred revenue
Increase (Decrease) in Contract with Customer, Liability
Accounts payable, accrued liabilities, and other liabilities
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities
Net cash provided by operating activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities
Cash flows from investing activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities [Abstract]
Additions to property and equipment
Payments to Acquire Property, Plant, and Equipment
Additions to computer software
Payments for Software
Net proceeds from sale of businesses and investments
Cash Divested from Deconsolidation
Net proceeds from sale of businesses and investments
Proceeds from Divestiture of Businesses
Other investing activities, net
Payments for (Proceeds from) Other Investing Activities
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities
Cash flows from financing activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities [Abstract]
Borrowings
Proceeds from Issuance of Long-term Debt
Repayment of borrowings and capital lease obligations
Repayments of Long-term Debt
Debt issuance costs
Payments of Debt Issuance Costs
Excess income tax benefit from exercise of stock options
Excess Tax Benefit from Share-based Compensation, Financing Activities
Proceeds from exercise of stock options
Proceeds from Stock Options Exercised
Treasury stock activity
Payments for Repurchase of Common Stock
Dividends paid
Distributions to Brazilian Venture partner
Payments of Distributions to Affiliates
Other financing activities, net
Proceeds from (Payments for) Other Financing Activities
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities
Effect of foreign currency exchange rate changes on cash
Effect of Exchange Rate on Cash and Cash Equivalents
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Period Increase (Decrease)
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year
Cash and cash equivalents, end of year
Supplemental cash flow information:
Supplemental Cash Flow Information [Abstract]
Cash paid for interest
Interest Paid, Excluding Capitalized Interest, Operating Activities
Cash paid for income taxes
Income Taxes Paid, Net
Principles of Consolidation
Consolidation, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Unrestricted Cash and Cash Equivalents, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Fair Value Measurements
Fair Value Measurement, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Derivative Financial Instruments
Derivatives, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Trade Receivables
Receivables, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Settlement Deposits, Receivables and Payables
Settlement Deposits, Receivables and Payables, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Settlement deposits represent funds we hold that were drawn from our clients to facilitate settlement activities. Settlement receivables represent amounts funded by us. Settlement payables consist of settlement deposits from clients, settlement payables to third parties and outstanding checks related to our settlement activities for which the right of offset does not exist or we do not intend to exercise our right of offset.
Goodwill
Goodwill and Intangible Assets, Goodwill, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Long-Lived Assets
Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Intangible Assets
Goodwill and Intangible Assets, Intangible Assets, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Computer Software
Research, Development, and Computer Software, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Deferred Contract Costs
Deferred Charges, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Property and Equipment
Property, Plant and Equipment, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Income Taxes
Income Tax, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Revenue Recognition
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Policy Text Block]
Cost of Revenue and Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
Cost of Revenue and Selling, General and Administrative Expenses, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Cost of Revenue and Selling, General and Administrative Expenses, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Stock-Based Compensation Plans
Compensation Related Costs, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Foreign Currency Translation
Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations Policy [Policy Text Block]
Management Estimates
Use of Estimates, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Net Earnings per Share
Earnings Per Share, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Certain Reclassifications
Reclassification, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Schedule of Property and Equipment
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table Text Block]
Loss Contingencies [Table]
Loss Contingencies [Table]
Litigation Case [Axis]
Litigation Case [Axis]
Litigation Case [Domain]
Litigation Case [Domain]
Reliance
Reliance Trust Company [Member]
Reliance Trust Company [Member]
Litigation Status [Axis]
Litigation Status [Axis]
Litigation Status [Domain]
Litigation Status [Domain]
Pending litigation
Pending Litigation [Member]
Income Tax Authority, Name [Axis]
Income Tax Authority, Name [Axis]
Income Tax Authority, Name [Domain]
Income Tax Authority, Name [Domain]
Secretariat of the Federal Revenue Bureau of Brazil
Secretariat of the Federal Revenue Bureau of Brazil [Member]
Loss Contingency Nature [Axis]
Loss Contingency Nature [Axis]
Loss Contingency, Nature [Domain]
Loss Contingency, Nature [Domain]
Potential tax liability
Potential Tax Liability [Member]
Potential Tax Liability [Member]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event
Subsequent Event [Member]
Scenario [Axis]
Scenario [Axis]
Scenario, Unspecified [Domain]
Scenario, Unspecified [Domain]
Scenario, Forecast
Scenario, Forecast [Member]
Loss Contingencies
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Loss contingency, number of claims pending
Loss Contingency, Pending Claims, Number
Loss contingency, value of damages sought
Loss Contingency, Damages Sought, Value
Loss contingency, number of additional claims filed
Loss Contingency, Potential New Claims Filed, Number
Loss Contingency, Potential New Claims Filed, Number
Loss contingency, potential additional claims amount sought
Loss Contingency, Potential Additional Claims, Damages Sought
Loss Contingency, Potential Additional Claims, Damages Sought
Number of total pending and potential pending claims
Loss Contingency, Total Pending and Potential Pending Claims, Number
Loss Contingency, Total Pending and Potential Pending Claims, Number
Loss contingency, estimate of possible loss
Loss Contingency, Estimate of Possible Loss
Right of use asset
Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset
Operating lease liability
Operating Lease, Liability
Liability for acquired contingencies
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration, Liability
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]
Divestitures
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Disclosure [Text Block]
Schedule of Defined Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
Schedule of Defined Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
Restricted Stock
Restricted Stock [Member]
Plan Name [Axis]
Plan Name [Domain]
SunGard 2005 Management Incentive Plan
SunGard 2005 Management Incentive Plan [Member]
SunGard 2005 Management Incentive Plan [Member]
Income Statement Location [Axis]
Income Statement Location [Axis]
Income Statement Location [Domain]
Income Statement Location [Domain]
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses [Member]
Share-based Compensation
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Minimum percentage contribution made by employees of their salary to employee benefit plan
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Minimum Employee Subscription Rate
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Minimum Employee Subscription Rate
Maximum percentage contribution made by employees of their salary to employee benefit plan
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Maximum Employee Subscription Rate
Employer matching contribution, percent of match
Defined Contribution Plan, Employer Matching Contribution, Percent of Match
Compensation expense
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense
Employee contribution of pretax annual compensation
Defined Contribution Plan, Maximum Annual Contributions Per Employee, Percent
Employee matching contribution, percent of employees' gross pay
Defined Contribution Plan, Employer Matching Contribution, Percent of Employees' Gross Pay
Profit sharing expenses
Defined Contribution Plan, Cost
Number of additional shares authorized (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Additional Shares Authorized
Stock vesting period
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Period
Intrinsic value of options exercised
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period, Intrinsic Value
Weighted average fair value of options granted (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Restricted stock, shares granted (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period
Restricted stock weighted average grant price (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Unvested restricted shares outstanding (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number
Total unrecognized compensation cost related to non-vested stock awards
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized
Weighted average period over which compensation cost is expected to be recognized
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition
Accumulated benefit obligation
Defined Benefit Plan, Accumulated Benefit Obligation
Projected benefit plan, plan obligation
Defined Benefit Plan, Benefit Obligation
Computer Software
Schedule of Related Party Transactions
Schedule of Related Party Transactions [Table Text Block]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Table]
Cardinal Member
Cardinal [Member]
Cardinal [Member]
PS&E
SunGard Public Sector and Education [Member]
SunGard Public Sector and Education [Member]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Pre-tax (loss) gain on sale of businesses
Disposal Group, Not Discontinued Operation, Gain (Loss) on Disposal
Decrese in noncontrolling interest as a result of divestiture
Increase to additional paid in capital from as a result of divestitures
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Divestitures
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Divestitures
Proceeds from sale of businesses
Ownership percentage by non-controlling interest
Divestiture of Controlling Interest in Subsidiary, Percentage Sold
Divestiture of Controlling Interest in Subsidiary, Percentage Sold
Preferred unit dividend rate
Preferred Stock, Dividend Rate, Percentage
Pre-tax earnings
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Operating Income (Loss)
Equity method investments
Equity Method Investments
Consideration received
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Consideration
Capitalized Contract Cost [Table]
Capitalized Contract Cost [Table]
Capitalized Contract Cost [Axis]
Capitalized Contract Cost [Axis]
Capitalized Contract Cost [Domain]
Capitalized Contract Cost [Domain]
Contract costs on implementations in progress
Installations And Conversions In Progress [Member]
Installations And Conversions In Progress [Member]
Incremental contract origination costs on completed implementations, net
Incremental Contract Origination Costs Completed [Member]
Incremental Contract Origination Costs Completed [Member]
Contract fulfillment costs on completed implementations, net
Costs To Fulfill A Contract [Member]
Costs To Fulfill A Contract [Member]
Capitalized Contract Cost
Capitalized Contract Cost [Line Items]
Total deferred contract costs, net
Capitalized Contract Cost, Net
Schedule of Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Schedule of Components of Income Tax Expense (Benefit) [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Pre-tax Income from Continuing Operations
Schedule of Income before Income Tax, Domestic and Foreign [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation
Schedule of Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Deferred Income Tax Assets and Liabilities
Schedule of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Unrecognized Tax Benefits Roll Forward
Schedule of Unrecognized Tax Benefits Roll Forward [Table Text Block]
Segment reconciling items
Segment Reconciling Items [Member]
Operating expenses
Costs and Expenses
Depreciation and amortization
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Excluding Amortization of Purchase Accounting Adjustments
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Excluding Amortization of Purchase Accounting Adjustments
EBITDA
Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization
Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization
Acquisition deferred revenue adjustment
Gain (Loss) on Contract Termination
Acquisition deferred revenue adjustment
Acquisition of Deferred Revenue Adjustments
Acquisition of Deferred Revenue Adjustments
Adjusted EBITDA
Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization, Adjusted
Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization, Adjusted
Interest expense, net
Interest Income (Expense), Net
Net earnings (loss) from discontinued operations
Net earnings attributable to noncontrolling interest
Net earnings attributable to FIS common stockholders
Capital expenditures
Payments to Acquire Productive Assets
Total assets
Assets From Continuing Operations
Assets From Continuing Operations
Goodwill
Capital expenditures
Salaries and incentives
Accrued Salaries, Current
Accrued benefits and payroll taxes
Accrued Benefits and Payroll Taxes, Current
Accrued Benefits and Payroll Taxes, Current
Trade accounts payable and other accrued liabilities
Accounts Payable, Trade, Current
Accrued interest payable
Interest Payable, Current
Taxes other than income tax
Accrual for Taxes Other than Income Taxes, Current
Total accounts payable and accrued liabilities