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SFDA Service Fees: How to Issue and Pay the Invoice

The SFDA service fee system lets applicants issue and print the fee invoice automatically, then pay it through one of the available payment channels. It covers food, drug, medical device and cosmetic services.

When is the invoice issued?

An invoice is issued when you submit requests that carry a fee, such as registration and some licensing requests. Some services carry no fee, such as import permits according to the SFDA website.

Tips to avoid delays

Pay promptly, since a request usually does not move into review before payment. Make sure you pay the correct invoice linked to the request number, keep proof of payment, and check the request status afterwards to confirm it has moved into review.

A note

Fees vary by service type and product category. Always refer to what the SFDA publishes.

How we help

We handle invoice issuance and payment follow-up as part of managing your application end to end, so your file is not delayed by an administrative step.

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