Medical Device Registration in the UAE

Medical Devices Registration in the UAE, compliant registration support for medical devices of all classes. Classification Support · Authority Submission · Market Ready.
Overview

Placing a medical device on the UAE market

Bringing a medical device or IVD to the UAE means clearing strict federal checks before you can sell a single unit. We turn that complexity into a clear, managed pathway, whatever your device class.

From appointing your local representative to compiling the file and dealing with the authority, our specialists run the process end to end, so your device gets to market faster and with far less back-and-forth.

What We Cover

Medical devices we register

Every class and category of medical device and diagnostic, handled with the right pathway.

Diagnostic equipment Surgical instruments IVD test kits Implants Disposables & consumables Dental devices Imaging systems Wearable monitors
The Process

From classification to certificate

1

Appoint a Local Authorised Representative

A licensed UAE entity completes establishment registration with the authority and acts as your regulatory liaison.

2

Classify the device

Obtain a classification letter confirming the risk class and whether registration is required.

3

Build the technical file

Assemble ISO 13485 evidence, prior approvals, IFU, bilingual labels and a post-market surveillance plan.

4

Submit and review

File via the e-services platform; the technical committee evaluates the dossier and queries are resolved.

5

Certificate and import permit

A five-year registration is issued and an import permit is secured for customs clearance.

Why Product Registration Matters

Product registration is what makes your product legal to sell in Dubai

Retailers will ask for approval

Major retailers, distributors, pharmacies and online marketplaces often require valid UAE product registration before they agree to list, stock or sell your product.

Customs clearance becomes easier

The right registration, permits, labels and product documents help reduce the risk of shipment holds, rejected imports and costly delays at UAE customs.

Your brand looks more credible

A registered product shows buyers, retailers and distributors that your product has been reviewed for compliance, labeling, safety and market readiness.

You can scale more products

Once your first product is registered, it becomes easier to launch additional SKUs, pack sizes, variants and product lines across Dubai and the wider UAE market.

UAE Product Registration Support

UAE product registration support built for faster market entry

Dubai and UAE product classification

We identify whether your product requires Dubai Municipality registration, MOHAP approval, veterinary registration, cosmetic registration, food registration, supplement registration or another UAE authority pathway.

Registration documents reviewed properly

We check labels, certificates, formulas, ingredients, claims, product images, technical files and manufacturer documents before submission to reduce authority comments and avoid unnecessary delays.

Authority submission and follow-up

We manage the registration process with the relevant Dubai or UAE regulatory authority, including application preparation, submission, clarification responses and approval tracking.

Market entry support after approval

Once approved, we support import clearance, distributor onboarding, retail listing, online marketplace requirements, renewals, variations and additional SKU registrations.

FAQ

Medical device registration FAQs

Do all medical devices need to be registered?
Yes, every medical device and IVD must be approved before it can be imported, sold or distributed in the UAE.
Can a foreign manufacturer register directly?
No. A UAE-licensed Local Authorised Representative must hold the registration and submit the application on the manufacturer's behalf.
How are devices classified?
By risk under the GHTF / IMDRF system, Class I to III for devices and A to D for IVDs, based on intended use, duration of use and degree of invasiveness.
Is ISO 13485 required?
Yes. A valid ISO 13485:2016 quality management system certificate is required for the manufacturing-site registration.
How long does registration take?
The technical review typically takes around 45 working days once a complete dossier is filed; higher-risk and implantable devices can take longer.

Ready to register your medical device?

From classification letters to LAR appointment and dossier submission, we manage the full pathway.

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