Washington D.C. Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Licensing
Licensing requirements for Washington D.C. healthcare and pharmaceutical companies and individuals.
This page provides an overview of healthcare and pharmaceutical industry licensing in Washington D.C. for individuals and businesses. You will find state requirements, application fees, filing instructions, and more. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
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Company Licenses
Washington D.C. Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Company Licenses
District of Columbia Medical Device Registration
| Agency: | District of Columbia Department of Health - Radiation Control & Medical Devices Division |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Applicants must first register their email address to get access to the Medical Devices Licensing Application portal. Once registered, you will receive an email with a link to the Medical Devices Licensing Application portal. Please select the link to set up your logon information and continue with the application process. |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $500 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | https://dchealthenterprise.my.site.com/Application/s/login/?language=en_US |
| Agency Fee: | $500 |
| Due: | Annually by October 1. |
District of Columbia Nonresident Distributor License
| Agency: | District of Columbia Pharmaceutical Control Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | License Application and Checklist for Manufacturers, Distributors, and Wholesalers (Facilities) |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Annually |
District of Columbia Nonresident Manufacturer License
| Agency: | District of Columbia Pharmaceutical Control Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | License Application and Checklist for Manufacturers, Distributors, and Wholesalers (Facilities) |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Turnaround: | 4 weeks |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Annually |
District of Columbia Nonresident Wholesaler License
| Agency: | District of Columbia Pharmaceutical Control Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | License Application and Checklist for Manufacturers, Distributors, and Wholesalers (Facilities) |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Annually |
District of Columbia Resident Distributor License
| Agency: | District of Columbia Pharmaceutical Control Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | License Application and Checklist for Manufacturers, Distributors, and Wholesalers (Facilities) |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
| Due: | Annually |
District of Columbia Resident Manufacturer License
| Agency: | District of Columbia Pharmaceutical Control Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | License Application and Checklist for Manufacturers, Distributors, and Wholesalers (Facilities) |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
| Turnaround: | 4 weeks |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
| Due: | Annually |
District of Columbia Resident Wholesaler License
| Agency: | District of Columbia Pharmaceutical Control Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | License Application and Checklist for Manufacturers, Distributors, and Wholesalers (Facilities) |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
| Due: | Annually |
Individual Licenses
Washington D.C. Individual Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Licenses
District of Columbia Controlled Substance Registration - Health Professionals
| Agency: | District of Columbia Board of Pharmacy |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Controlled Substance Registration Application for Health Professionals |
| Agency Fee: | $130 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Controlled Substance Registration Application for Health Professionals |
| Agency Fee: | $130 |
| Due: | Biennially. |
Learn about healthcare and pharmaceutical licensing in other states:
Controlled Substance Registration - In addition to a pharmacy license, controlled substance registration registration is required in many states for pharmacies that distribute controlled substances.
NABP (National Association of Boards of Pharmacy) - Host a variety of programs and resources relating to pharmacist and pharmacy licensure and examination.
Pharmacist in Charge - A licensed pharmacist designated by a pharmacy to act as the party responsible for compliance with regulations.
VPP (Verified Pharmacy Program) - A program run by NABP that allows state boards to share information and more easily register out-of-state pharmacies.
