FDA Food Facility Registration Renewal
FDA requires food facilities to renew their registration during a specific window every two years. This guide walks you through the entire renewal process. For background on the initial registration, see our FDA food facility registration guide.
Quick answer: when is FDA food facility renewal due?
FDA food facility registration renewal is due between October 1 and December 31 of every even-numbered year. Missing this window can cause registration expiration and shipment disruption, so teams should validate data and owners before the window opens.
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Renewal Window
October 1 through December 31 of even-numbered years (2024, 2026, 2028, and so on). You must renew during this window or your registration will expire.
Step-by-Step Renewal Process
Verify Your Facility Information
Before logging in, gather your current facility details including your FDA Establishment Identifier (FEI) number, facility address, emergency contact information, and U.S. Agent details. Confirm everything is accurate and up to date.
Log Into the FDA FURLS Portal
Access the FDA Unified Registration and Listing System (FURLS) at furls.fda.gov. Use your existing FDA account credentials. If you do not have an account, you will need to create one before proceeding.
Navigate to Food Facility Registration
Once logged in, select the Food Facility Registration module. Locate your existing facility registration using your FEI number or facility name.
Review and Update Your Information
Carefully review all sections of your registration including facility type, product categories, U.S. Agent information, and contact details. Update any information that has changed since your last registration or renewal.
Submit Renewal (No Fee)
Once you have reviewed and updated all information, submit your renewal. There is no FDA fee for food facility registration renewal. The system will confirm your submission.
Save Your Confirmation
Download or print your renewal confirmation for your records. This serves as proof that your facility registration is current and active. Store it where you can access it easily if needed for import or inspection purposes.
Important Information
No FDA Fee for Renewal
Food facility registration and renewal are free. The FDA does not charge a fee for this process. Be cautious of third-party services that may charge excessive fees for what is a straightforward submission.
Failure to Renew Expires Your Registration
If you do not renew during the designated window, your food facility registration will expire. An expired registration can result in import holds, refusals, and disruption to your supply chain. You would need to re-register your facility to resume operations.
Assurentry Clients Get Automatic Reminders
If Assurentry serves as your U.S. Agent, we send renewal reminders well before the window opens so you never miss a deadline. We also provide renewal assistance if you need help navigating the FURLS system.
Check Your Renewal Status
Use our renewal checker tool to see if your facility registration is due for renewal.
Related resources
Continue with deadline result template, registration verifier results, and registration operations playbook.
Need a U.S. Agent for Your Renewal?
Foreign facilities are required to designate a U.S. Agent as part of their FDA registration. Appoint Assurentry today and get renewal reminders and compliance support included.