Yes, you must notify the relevant authority immediately. You are legally responsible for notifying the relevant licensing authority (the Drug Office, Department of Health, or the Chinese Medicine Regulatory Office) in writing within the specified period, usually within 28 days of the change, of any change to key information recorded on the licence. This includes, but is not limited to, the company name, business address, warehouse address, changes of directors or partners, and changes to key personnel (such as the supervising pharmacist at a pharmacy, the qualified person at a Chinese medicine shop, or the Authorised Person at a wholesaler or manufacturer). A change of address in particular usually requires a fresh review and an on-site inspection by the Department of Health. Approval can be granted only after the new address has been confirmed as meeting all regulatory requirements.
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Do I need to notify the Department of Health if my company's address or person in charge changes?
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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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