Your Guide to Vietnam

Here below we help you dive deep into the regulatory requirements of Vietnam and answer some of the basic questions.

Still confused with the complete process? - Genedrift assists you with all regulatory requirements as mentioned.

Guide to Drugs

What is the process for Drug Registration? and how long does it take?

The registration - from start to end !

The registration process at DAV Vietnam is quite systematic, organized and partly electronic while some part being offline too. All medicinal and food products are regulated by DAV.  A Quota system exists which is similar to an Emergency Authorization but as of now, it is very rare and difficult to obtain an EA for a product.


The normal process of filing requires preparation of Dossier as per guidelines, attestation of documents from the Vietnam embassy of the country of manufacturer, and then subsequently submission with the DAV for review.


Although samples are generally not required but the DAV can ask for them, if they feel there is a need for quality analysis. The DAV does not conduct inspections for all applications but if it is felt that the data in the Dossier requires further verification at the site of manufacture, a site audit may be conducted. 

The process can only be done through local Vietnam companies which have an account with DAV. 


The complete process usually takes between 30 to 42 months. 

Depending on requirements, we can file applications as local applicants or use your license to file !!

Checklists for Drugs

Document - Checklist

The DAV follows ACTD Guidelines. However the Part 1 requires translation, Certificate of Pharmaceutical Products attested from the Embassy of Country of Manufacture. 

As a general reference, we have enclosed here a checklist of Generic Drugs, fresh filing.

FDA accepts only stability studies conducted under Zone IV B stability conditions.

Need our assistance ! We, at Genedrift can handle this for you.


Click here to download the checklist.

Guide to Food, Medical Devices, Cosmetics

What is the registration process? Is there a Registration Certificate issued?

The process for Medical Devices and Cosmetics is different from Drugs and is taken care off by different departments within the DAV. The document requirement is comparatively similar to Philippines although the time taken for review of the application varies and no standard timelines are available for this. The validity of registration certificates as issued may vary from one to five years.


The process requires - depending on the application - both online and offline submission. The usual timelines vary, however, not exceeding 6-12 months in any of the category.


Depending on requirements, we can file applications as local applicants or use your company to file !!

Checklist for Import Recommendation
Document - Checklist

The VFA (Vietnam Food Administration) requires only a limited set of documents to review and permit registration for Food. A Checklist for Food is enclosed. 

However, the VFA is very careful in reviewing the Certificate of Analysis of Finished Food Products. The certificate issued by VFA is valid perpetually.

For a detailed guide on the application with VFA or DAV, get in touch with us.


Click here to download the checklist

How can Genedrift help?

We file as your applicants

The law mandates that the filing has to be done through a local applicant. Although you remain the true applicant, we file and hold registrations on your behalf. You registrations remain in safe hands, while you have commercial agreements with anyone.

Timely Updates

Only a part of DAV's work is electronic and still there are delays in the processing of applications. Each stage we ensure that applicant d requires a rigorous follow ups and ensuring that applications are not stuck. Once an update is received, we send it to you in within 48 hours

Safety of your Data

We ensure your Dossier is used only for FDA related activities. Complying with GDPR, we ensure that your data safe & secure. Our Data Centers comply with a minimum of ISO 27001, SOC 1 TYPE II, SOC 2 TYPE II

Pathway

Being locally present, we ensure that each and every application we handle for you is routed correctly through the right workflows at DAV ensuring least time in obtaining your certificates.

Are you a consultant yourself? Looking to use our services for your clients or obtaining your own account with DAV?