Ireland medical device registration timeline
Source-linked clocksHealth Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) review clocks and end-to-end planning ranges, using the 4-class (I, IIa, IIb, III) — EU MDR classification system.
| Class / pathway | Review clock | Planning total | With prior approval | Provenance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class I(Self-declaration (no notified body)) MDR Art. 52(7): non-sterile, non-measuring, non-reusable-surgical Class I devices are self-declared, so no authority or notified body reviews the file and there is no review clock | 0 days | 6-9 months | — | Verified |
Review clocks exclude applicant hold time · planning totals are estimatesIreland Medical Device Registration Process
Step-by-step HPRA registration process. Total estimated timeline: 6-9 months.
Step 1: Pre-Submission Preparation
1-3 monthsGather technical documentation, quality management system (QMS) records, and clinical data required by HPRA. Appoint a EU Authorized Representative.
Step 2: Application Submission
1-2 weeksSubmit complete registration dossier to HPRA including device description, risk analysis, and testing reports.
Step 3: Administrative Review
2-4 weeksHPRA reviews application for completeness. May request additional documents or clarifications.
Step 4: Technical Evaluation
0 daysIn-depth technical assessment of device safety and performance. HPRA may issue questions.
Step 5: Registration Approval
1-2 weeksUpon successful review, HPRA issues Ireland market authorization certificate.
- EU Authorized Representative (for non-EU manufacturers)
- EUDAMED and national economic-operator registration processed within 10 working days
- MDR Art. 62 clinical investigations: validation 10-15 calendar days, outcome within 45 calendar days of validation (+20 with experts), sponsor response time excluded (AUT-G0095-7)
- IVDR performance studies: validation on receipt, outcome within 45 calendar days (+20); Art. 58(1) studies without major clinical-risk procedures may commence after validation, others after authorisation (AUT-G0176-2)
Reviewed 2026-08-29. End-to-end totals remain planning estimates.