EU Authorized Representative Pricing
There's no fixed market price for EU Authorized Representative services — providers set their own rates based on scope, risk and contract terms. Here's what actually moves the price, so you can compare quotes on equal footing.
What typically affects the price
| Factor | Effect on cost |
|---|---|
| Number of regulations covered | Bundling MDR + GDPR + GPSR under one provider is usually cheaper per-regulation than separate contracts, but raises the total |
| Product risk class / liability exposure | Higher-risk products (e.g. Class III medical devices) generally cost more to represent |
| Added services | Vigilance handling, complaint triage, and EUDAMED/registration support cost more than a bare legal-contact arrangement |
| Contract length | Multi-year contracts sometimes get a better per-year rate than annual renewals |
How to compare quotes fairly
Ask each provider for the same scope — which regulations, what's included beyond the bare legal role, and what happens if you need to switch representatives later (some regulations require formal notification of the change). A lower headline price with narrower scope isn't necessarily cheaper once you add back what's missing.
Frequently asked questions
- What drives the price up or down?
- Mainly: how many regulations you need covered (a single GDPR Article 27 mandate costs less than a bundled MDR+GDPR+GPSR arrangement), your product's risk/liability profile, whether the provider also offers vigilance/complaint handling, and contract length. Providers price these differently, which is why quotes vary so much between them.
- Is it a one-time fee or ongoing?
- Almost always ongoing — an Authorized Representative is a continuous legal role (maintaining documentation access, being reachable to authorities), not a one-off filing. Expect an annual or multi-year contract rather than a single payment, though the initial setup may carry a separate fee.
- Does a cheaper provider mean less liability protection?
- Not necessarily, but it's worth checking directly — some providers explicitly limit their exposure in the contract while formally holding the Authorized Representative role. Read what liability the contract actually assigns, not just the role title.
- Is comparing quotes on this directory free?
- Yes. Searching, viewing contact details, and reaching out are all free with no account needed — you only decide on a paid arrangement once you're negotiating directly with a specific Authorized Representative.