Requirements for Importing Countries

An eligible country wanting to import a generic version of a patented drug or medical device under Canada's Access to Medicines Regime must meet the following requirements:

• Identify a drug or medical device that is on the list of eligible products. If the needed medicine is not on the list, refer to Recourse for Importing Countries.
• Notify the World Trade Organization or the Government of Canada that a particular product is needed.
• Find a suitable Canadian pharmaceutical company from which to import the needed product.

These requirements can be met in whatever sequence works best for the importing country.