According to the requirements of the Drug Office, Department of Health, import and export licence applications generally take around 6 to 8 working days to process after complete information has been submitted. Processing may take longer if information is incomplete or special categories of medicines are involved. Applicants should prepare detailed medicine information, evidence of the purpose of import or export, and the relevant licences in advance. Rengangyongsheng (Hong Kong) Limited recommends starting the application 1 month in advance and maintaining communication with the Department of Health during this period to ensure that any additional information is submitted promptly and business operations are not delayed.
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How long does the import and export licence application process generally take?
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Original guide, 2025 edition: These FAQs are provided for topic-based reference and have not all been individually checked against current rules. Please confirm fees, personnel, renewal, changes and product requirements against the professional in-depth guide for the relevant licence type and the official requirements in force at the time.
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