Food Facility Biennial Renewal: Submission and Recordkeeping Checklist

This checklist covers the food facility registration submission workflow. In 2026, the renewal period is October 1–December 31. It is separate from annual paid US Agent coverage and from cosmetic facility renewal dates.

Before submission

Confirm that registration applies to your facility and identify authorized FDA Industry Systems access. Review the existing registration number, legal name, physical address, contact details, food categories, DUNS/UFI and foreign facility US Agent designation. Where applicable, prepare the qualified facility attestation.

During submission

Submit electronically unless FDA has granted a waiver. Coordinate the required US Agent confirmation and resolve validation messages. A change to the record or payment to a provider is not itself a renewal submission.

After submission

Review the submission outcome, retain the registration and renewal information and monitor unresolved issues. For an expired record or lost account access, consult FDA's instructions for that situation; do not assume paying for an agent restores the registration.

Service and fee questions

FDA charges no registration or renewal fee. For professional filing support, review https://fdabridge.com/food-facility-registration. For calendar and preparation details, see https://fdabridge.com/blog/fda-food-facility-registration-renewal-2026. Confirm contracted agent coverage separately.

Official sources

https://www.fda.gov/food/hfp-constituent-updates/fda-reminds-food-facilities-biennial-renewal-requirements

https://www.fda.gov/food/guidance-regulation-food-and-dietary-supplements/questions-regarding-whether-food-facilities-are-required-pay-registration-fees-and-private