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Can I sell my Medical AI in the UK after Brexit?

Holding a CE mark doesn't by itself complete UK market access. Great Britain currently accepts CE-marked devices under extended timelines, but you must appoint a UK Responsible Person and register with the MHRA — and Northern Ireland follows different rules.

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The Great Britain route

CE marking is currently accepted for the GB market under extended timelines, with UKCA as the parallel UK conformity mark. The acceptance window has specific end dates by device type, so verify where your device sits and plan a UKCA transition ahead of that date rather than being caught without it.

UK Responsible Person and registration

A manufacturer based outside the UK must appoint a UK Responsible Person and register the device with the MHRA. This applies regardless of CE status — it's an additional, non-optional step for UK access.

Northern Ireland is different

Northern Ireland follows EU MDR, using CE or UKNI marking. It is a distinct route from Great Britain, and treating the two as the same is a common and costly error. Determine the NI position separately.

Frequently asked questions

Can I sell a CE-marked device in the UK without UKCA?
Currently yes for Great Britain, under extended CE-acceptance timelines — but you still need a UK Responsible Person and MHRA registration, and you should plan a UKCA transition ahead of the acceptance end date for your device type.
Do I need a UK Responsible Person?
If you are a manufacturer based outside the UK, yes. You must appoint a UK Responsible Person and register the device with the MHRA to place it on the GB market, independent of your CE status.
Is there a UK AI Act I need to comply with?
As of now, the UK has not enacted a cross-economy AI law. AI-specific obligations for medical devices come through existing MHRA software and device frameworks rather than a distinct UK AI Act.
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