August 31, 2023

Current Status: Swiss Acceptance of US FDA Devices

Swiss Parliament approved allowing FDA devices almost one year ago (Nov 2022). What is the progress as of today (Aug 2023)? Read here for the most current status.
August 10, 2023

Swissdamed Registration Database: 2023-2024 Release Dates Confirmed & Sneak Peek

Swissmedic released an update on swissdamed, the medical device registration database. It includes updated 'go-live' dates & user manual. Click for the full details.
June 19, 2023

2023 Mid-Year Regulatory Updates: EU, UK, and Switzerland

Find out the major regulatory changes of the 1st half of 2023, and expected changes for the remainder of the year in Europe, the UK and Switzerland.
March 30, 2023

Swissmedic Confirms It Will Recognize EU MDR Transition Extension

Swissmedic announced today that legacy CE Certificates granted further extension in Europe, will be recognized in Switzerland. Click here for more details.
March 1, 2023

Class B/C IVD Deadline to Appoint Swiss Authorized Rep: 31 Mar 2023

Manufacturers of Class B/C IVDs must appoint a Swiss Authorized Representative by 31 March 2023. This is required even if the device is CE Marked to the IVDD.
January 12, 2023

Swissmedic Implements MDCG 2022-18 to Deal with MDR Certification Gaps

Switzerland announced it will implement MDCG 2022-18, to deal with MDR certification gaps under MDR Article 97. Find out the requirements and how to comply.
January 4, 2023

Switzerland: 2022 Recap & 2023 Look Forward

Find out what regulatory news you may have missed from Swissmedic in 2022, and the upcoming 2023 deadlines for medical devices & IVDs in Switzerland.
December 1, 2022

Class D IVD Deadline to Appoint Swiss Authorized Rep: 31 Dec 2022

Manufacturers of Class D IVDs must appoint a Swiss Authorized Representative by 31 December 2022. This is required even if the device is CE Marked to the IVDD.
November 28, 2022

Swiss Parliament Votes to Accept US FDA Devices

Today Swiss Parliament voted to allow FDA approved devices onto the Switzerland market, in addition to European CE marked devices. Read here to find out more.