Medical Device Registration & Compliance in Vietnam

Green NRJ provides structured regulatory support for medical devices in Vietnam — covering classification (A–D), registration/announcement pathways, import licensing, labeling and claims review, and post-market compliance to ensure dossier quality and inspection readiness under Decree 98/2021/ND-CP and its latest amendments.

Classification (Class A • B • C • D) Import License / Circulation Pathway MOH Portal Filing & Liaison Label & claims risk control

Regulatory Framework (Updated 2026)

Medical devices in Vietnam operate under a structured classification, registration and compliance regime governed by Decree 98/2021/ND-CP and its latest amendments.

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Primary Regulation
Decree 98/2021/ND-CP, amended by Decree 07/2023/ND-CP and Decree 04/2025/ND-CP, forms the core legal framework.
02
Classification
Devices are categorized into Class A–D based on risk profile, technical characteristics, and intended medical use.
03
Regulatory Authority
Managed by the Ministry of Health via the online portal. Certain high-risk devices require central MOH review.
04
Post-Market Compliance
Mandatory labeling compliance, incident reporting, and import documentation retention.

Scope of Services

End-to-end regulatory support for foreign manufacturers, distributors, and local importers in Vietnam.

Device Classification & Registration
Device Classification & Registration (Class A–D)
Import License & Portal Filing
Import License, Circulation Number & Portal Filing
Dossier Preparation
Dossier Preparation & Technical Documentation Review
Authorized Representative
Authorized Representative / Local Responsible Person Setup
Labeling & Claims
Labeling, IFU & Claims Compliance Review
Post-market & Risk Advisory
Post-market Compliance, Vigilance & Risk Advisory

Registration Process

Structured regulatory pathway to reduce rejection risk.

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Step 01 Intake & Pre-check
Pre-Assessment

Confirm classification, HS code, intended use, and licensing route before filing.

02
Step 02 Build & Validate
Dossier Structuring

Compile technical documentation, ISO certificates, CFS, and authorization letter with consistency checks.

03
Step 03 Submit & Liaise
Authority Submission

Submit via MOH portal, track processing status, and coordinate clarification requests.

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Step 04 Operate & Maintain
Post-Approval Support

Import compliance, renewal planning, labeling updates, and ongoing regulatory monitoring.

Medical Devices – Video Library

Quick explainers and practical guides on medical device classification, dossier preparation, licensing pathways, and common filing pitfalls in Vietnam.

Video 01 – Overview & Key Requirements

High-level view of Vietnam medical device regulatory pathway and compliance checkpoints.

Video 02 – Classification (A–D) & Common Mistakes

How classification impacts timelines, dossier structure, and licensing requirements.

Video 03 – Dossier Preparation & Submission Flow

What to prepare (LoA, certificates, technical docs) and how authority review typically runs.

Video 04 – Post-Market Compliance & Risk Control

Post-approval obligations: labeling, import docs, incident reporting, and audit readiness.

Need Medical Device Registration Support in Vietnam?

From classification and dossier preparation to MOH portal filing and post-market compliance, Green NRJ provides structured, risk-managed regulatory support aligned with Vietnam authority requirements.

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