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Serialization Requirements
Level Required Identifier Type Description
Unit Required SGTIN GS1 Data Matrix on Secondary packaging
Case/Bundle Required SSCC/SGTIN Secondary/Tertiary packaging aggregation with 18-digit SSCC/SGTIN
Pallet/Shipper Required SSCC Pallet level aggregation required
Reporting Obligations
Event Type Required Timing Description
Commissioning Required Batch Release Serial number generation reporting
Aggregation Required On Hierarchy Changing Repack units into new cartons/pallets
Shipping Required Before Shipping Dispatch goods to next GLN
Receiving Required Upon receipt Verify and accept serialized/Aggregated goods from supplier
Decommissioning Required Inactivate Unit Product Mark damaged, expired, or dispensed packs inactive
Disaggregation Required On Hierarchy Changing Open carton/pallet and separate child units
Technical Specifications

(NHRA) announced the termination of its agreement with MVC W.L.L. for managing the national traceability hub, effective 11 August 2026.

Product Scope
  • Prescription pharmaceutical products
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Manual
NHRA-MVC-OneScan-Distributor-Manual-Rev-1.0
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Technical Specification
NHRA-MVC-Technical-Onboarding-Guide-2.0-11262024
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Guideline
NHRA-MVC-User-Guide-for-In-Country-Agents-Distributors-Receive-Products-Rev-2.0-11262024
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Guideline
PPR_Guideline_Medicines-Barcoding-and-Serialization-Guidelines_V1.3_20210531
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Key Deadlines
Termination Of Current Traceability Hub Provider
Aug 11, 2026
NHRA announced the termination of its agreement with MVC W.L.L. for managing the national traceability hub
Latest News
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Circular No. 16/2025: Traceability Hub Provider Termination Notice
Oct 08, 2025
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Common Questions
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NHRA-MVC (Medicine Verification Center) is Bahrain's pharmaceutical track and trace system, operated by the National Health Regulatory Authority (NHRA).

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Yes, all invoicing companies (MAHs/manufacturers), agents/distributors, and dispensers must register with NHRA-MVC. MAHs require proof of drug registration in the DUR, a Global Location Number, and a Company Prefix from GS1.

Yes. All legally registered invoicing companies must enroll, sign a Participation Agreement, and pay required fees to support hub maintenance.

Yes, both registrations are required. BrandSync submission is mandated by the Medicines Barcoding and Serialization Guideline for product master information. NHRA-MVC tracks medicines from shipment through dispensing.
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Last updated: January 20, 2026