Reforms Tracker
This page tracks significant regulatory reforms to Singapore's medical device framework. For the most current information, always refer to official HSA announcements.
Framework
Singapore's medical device regulatory framework has been broadly stable since the HP(MD) Regulations 2010. Significant updates have occurred in:
- QMS requirements: periodic updates to QMS and auditor requirements for dealer's licences
- Digital health: development of the dedicated digital health/SaMD guidance framework
- SHARE portal: transition from the legacy PRISM portal to SHARE for all regulatory submissions
- Quick Guide updates: HSA's Quick Guide to Registration and Licensing updated April 2026
- ASEAN harmonisation: ongoing updates aligned with AMDC/AMDD developments
Anticipated areas of development
Based on international trends and IMDRF/AMDC workstreams, future areas of regulatory development in Singapore may include:
- AI/ML medical devices: further guidance on adaptive AI algorithms and post-market change management for AI SaMD
- Cybersecurity: updated cybersecurity requirements for connected devices
- UDI: potential expansion of UDI requirements
- ASEAN CSDT updates: continued alignment with ASEAN dossier harmonisation
This tracker is maintained on a best-efforts basis. Always verify against official HSA communications.