Medical Device Regulatory Requirements in Netherlands

Governed by the European Union Medical Device and IVD Regulations (EU 2017/745, 2017/746)

Regulatory Authority Health and Youth Care Inspectorate
Regulatory Authority Website Link Click Here
Device Classification I, IIa, IIb and III
Medical Device Regulations Medical Devices Regulation | Click Here
IVD Classification A,B,C,D
In Vitro Diagnostics Regulations (EU) 2017/746 | Click Here
Registration Process Medical Device Registration | Click Here
Registration Timeline For Class I, it is 1 to 2 months and for other classes, it depends on the notified body and type of product
Requirement of Authorized Representative Yes
Language Requirement Labels must be in Dutch Language
Additional Information

There is a registration obligation (notification obligation) for manufacturers or their authorised representatives established within the Netherlands that are placing a medical device, system or procedure pack on the market in the following class: Class I medical device Custom-made medical device In vitro diagnostic device (IVD) (all risk classes)

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

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