MFDA Cuts Registration Fees for Food Businesses by Half

The Maldives Food and Drug Authority (MFDA) has announced a 50 percent reduction in registration fees for food businesses, with the revised rates coming into effect today.

In a statement, the authority said the reduction applies to both the registration fee and the category fee required for food-related businesses. The move is expected to ease the financial burden on operators seeking to register or renew their licences with the MFDA.

The authority said the revised fee structure comes into effect from today onwards, with all applications submitted from this date subject to the reduced rates.

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The MFDA is responsible for regulating food safety and standards in the Maldives, including the registration and oversight of food establishments, manufacturers and importers.