Medical Device Regulatory Requirements in Iceland

Iceland follows EU MDR and IVDR requirements under the EEA framework

Regulatory Authority Icelandic Medicines Agency
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Device Classification I, IIa, IIb and III
Medical Device Regulations Laws and Regulations | Click Here
IVD Classification A,B,C,D
In Vitro Diagnostics Regulations (EU) 2017/746 | Click Here
Device Classification Guidelines Medical device classification rules: Annex VIII; Chapter III | Click Here
Registration Process Device Registration | Click Here
Registration Timeline There is no specific timeline mentioned for the registration of new medical devices in Iceland.
Conformity Assessment Route
EU declaration of conformity in accordance with Article 19 and Annex IV for the device model covered by the conformity assessment procedure.
 
The conformity assessment procedure for class I devices should be carried out, as a general rule, under the sole responsibility of manufacturers in view of the low level of vulnerability associated with such devices. For class IIa, class IIb and class III devices, an appropriate level of involvement of a notified body should be compulsory
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Technical Documentation Format

Annex II: Technical Documentation Format

1.   Device Description And Specification, Including Variants And Accessories

2.   Information To Be Supplied By The Manufacturer

3.   Design And Manufacturing Information

4.   General Safety And Performance Requirements

5.   Benefit-Risk Analysis And Risk Management

6.   Product Verification And Validation

 

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Requirement of Authorized Representative Yes
Language Requirement The general rule is that instructions for use of medical devices shall be in Icelandic
Labeling Requirements

Medical devices instructions for use intended for use by healthcare professionals may be published in English, or a Nordic language other than Finnish.

The general rule is that instructions for use intended for the general public shall be in Icelandic.

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Clinical Trials Information

The Clinical Trials Information System (CTIS) supports the flow between clinical trial sponsors, European Union (EU) Member States, European Economic Area (EEA) contries and the European Commission.

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Software Guidance Document

MDCG 2023-4: Medical Device Software (MDSW)

Database EUDAMED | Click Here
Fees for Submission

The IMA may charge fees for the following:
1. The issue of certificates (cf. point 1 of paragraph 6 of Article 6).
2. Monitoring the use of medical devices (cf. Article 16).
3. Monitoring of maintenance of medical devices (cf. Article 17).
4. Assessment of applications for clinical investigation on medical devices (cf. paragraph 3 of Article 20).
5. Registration of distributors (cf. paragraph 3 of Article 28).
6. Monitoring of economic operators of medical devices (cf. Article 34)

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Declaration of Conformity
Annex II, Article 19
 
The EU declaration of conformity shall state that the requirements specified in this Regulation have been fulfilled in relation to the device that is covered. The manufacturer shall continuously update the EU declaration of conformity. The EU declaration of conformity shall, as a minimum, contain the information set out in Annex IV and shall be translated into an official Union language or languages required by the Member State(s) in which the device is made available.
Certificate of Free Sale

Chapter V, Article 60: The certificate of free sale shall set out the Basic UDI-DI of the device as provided to the UDI database under Article 29. Where a notified body has issued a certificate pursuant to Article 56, the certificate of free sale shall set out the unique number identifying the certificate issued by the notified body, as referred to in Section 3 of Chapter II of Annex XII.

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Reportable Incidents

The following serious adverse events which can be related to the use of CE marked medical devices should be reported to the IMA as well as the party responsible for the medical device.

  • Adverse incidents which causes the death of a patient or user.
  • Adverse incidents that cause serious harm to patient or user.
  • Adverse incidents which might cause the death of a patient or user or which might cause serious harm to patient or user.
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Adverse Event Reporting Timelines

The manufacturer is required to inspect the seriousness of the adverse incident and send the IMA a report within the following time limits.

  • Serious risk to public health: REPORT IMMEDIATELY or within 2 days because of special circumstanc
Field Safety Corrective Action
Chapter VII, Section 2 - Article 87 and 88
 
It shall be submitted through the electronic system referred to in Article 92
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Advertising and Promotions

Medical devices may be advertised in Iceland, subject to the restrictions laid down in the Regulations and in this Act.
Advertisements shall at all times be presented in an objective manner and shall give satisfactory information about the device, its properties and its use. The user or patient shall be informed of potential
risks involved in the use of the device in line with its intended purpose.

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Additional Information

Manufacturers of medical devices, importers and authorized representatives must, according to the regulation on medical devices, register in Eudamed. According to the Icelandic law on medical devices, distributors of medical devices who are responsible for the marketing of such devices in Iceland must register with The Icelandic Medicines Agency, IMA.

Disclaimer: This website sources information from regulatory authorities and aims for accuracy, but regulations may change without notice. Users are advised to verify details with relevant authorities before making compliance decisions. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or outdated content.

The above information is last updated on 07/Oct/2025

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