Renewal and Periodic Re-Inspection
KGMP certificate validity
KGMP certificates have a validity period of approximately 3 years. Renewal application must be submitted before expiry.
Renewal process
- Submit renewal application via MFDS eSubmission portal before expiry
- MFDS schedules a periodic re-inspection
- Re-inspection may be lighter than initial certification if quality record is good
Periodic surveillance inspections
MFDS may conduct unannounced or scheduled surveillance inspections at any time during the certificate validity period.
Lapsed certification consequences
- Cannot supply new products to the Korean market
- Existing supply chain stock: short transition period may apply
- MFDS may suspend or cancel associated 품목허가