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A JFDA Local Technical Agent is a licensed Jordanian pharmaceutical establishment—typically a local manufacturer or a specialized drugstore that acts as the exclusive link between a foreign manufacturer and the Jordan Food and Drug Administration (JFDA).
Under Jordanian regulations, foreign companies cannot directly hold a Marketing Authorization (MA). Instead, the authorization must be managed through a local partner.
Key Responsibilities of a JFDA Local Technical Agent
Regulatory Submissions
The agent is the authorized entity responsible for submitting new drug applications, including applications under the 2026 Abridged Registration Pathways, as well as renewals and variations through the JFDA’s electronic portals.
Legal Accountability
The agent holds the “Agency Declaration,” a power of attorney that must be legalized up to the Jordanian Embassy in the country of origin. This makes the agent legally responsible for ensuring product compliance in Jordan.
Pharmacovigilance (PV)
In line with the 2026 Good Pharmacovigilance Practice (GVP) guidelines, the local agent serves as the local contact point for safety reporting and manages the local Risk Management Plan (RMP).
Market Maintenance
The agent supports post-market surveillance activities, manages batch release documentation, and coordinates product recalls or safety alerts with the JFDA when required.
A JFDA Local Technical Agent plays a critical role throughout a product’s lifecycle in Jordan. Beyond Regulatory submissions, the agent helps foreign pharmaceutical companies maintain compliance and effectively navigate Jordan’s Regulatory framework.
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