The New Rules of 2026
As of February 2, 2026, the "Old Way" of FDA submissions is dead. With the QMSR (Quality Management System Regulation) active and MDUFA V fees at an all-time high, you need a precise strategy.
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For FY 2027 qualification
eSTAR Version 6.x
ISO 13485 Alignment
Your Arsenal: Two Power Tools
Small Business Determination (SBD)
Earn massive discounts on submission fees if you have less than $100M in receipts.
Q-Submission (Pre-Sub)
A 70-day process to validate your testing plans before you spend money on execution.
Small Business Determination (SBD)
Secure the $20,000+ discount.
FY 2026 Fee Comparison
Qualification Process
1 Get Org ID in FDA User Fee System.
2 Complete Form 3602N (Domestic: Form 3602).
3 Upload tax returns via CDRH Portal.
Hard Deadline: July 31st
Renewal is mandatory every fiscal year.
The Q-Submission Strategy
De-risking your FDA submission through proactive dialogue.
Type 1: Pre-Sub
The most common. Used for specific feedback on bench testing, clinical protocols, or regulatory pathways.
Type 2: SIR
Submission Issue Request. Used to discuss deficiencies found during an active 510(k) or PMA review.
Type 3: Study Risk
Used to determine if your clinical study is "Significant Risk" (SR) requiring an IDE application.
📅 The 70-Day Clock (Standard Pre-Sub)
Day 0: Submission
Upload PreSTAR (eSTAR) file via CDRH Portal. No user fee required for Pre-Subs.
Day 15: Acceptance
FDA confirms the lead reviewer and provides the target date for written feedback.
Day 70: Written Feedback
FDA provides formal written responses to your questions. This is the "Golden Document."
Day 75-80: Meeting (Optional)
A 1-hour teleconference to clarify the written feedback. Not for new questions.
6 In-Depth Modules
Mastering the end-to-end US FDA landscape with practical, actionable expertise.
FDA Overview
Fundamental overview of US FDA regulations specifically tailored for medical devices.
Steps to Market
- • Know Your Product
- • Confirm Device Status
- • Regulatory Pathway Determination
- • Practical Example
Registration & Listing
- • Requirements & Exemptions
- • Establishment Registration
- • DFUF User Fees
- • FURLS Navigation
510(k) Submissions
- • Types of 510(k) Submissions
- • Document Requirements
- • Review Timelines
- • Practical eSTAR approach
PMA & De Novo
- • Clinical Data Requirements
- • Risk-based Evaluations
- • MDUFA & SBD Program
- • Successful Application Best Practices
Tools & Databases
- • 21 CFR Exploration
- • TPLC & 510(k) Database
- • Important Guidance Links
- • Practical Search Exercises
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Your 2026 Guidance Library
Direct links to official FDA regulatory resources.