top of page
  • Writer's pictureARQon

Cessation of import licenses for all foreign medical device


In Vietnam, on 15 May 2016, the Vietnamese Government issued Decree No. 36/2016/ND-CP on medical device management. The Decree took effect on 1 July 2016. According to the new Decree, foreign medical devices no longer require import licenses but must be registered with and obtain Marketing Authorization licenses or Declaration Certifications from competent authorities before being imported and circulated in Vietnam. The Decree set forth a transitional period of 6 months to 1 year for implementation.


228 views0 comments

Recent Posts

See All

Asia, Africa & Middle East - Jun 2019

Australia: Proposed reclassification of spinal implantable medical devices Australia: Proposed regulatory scheme for personalised medical devices, including 3D-printed devices Australia: Consultation

bottom of page