Switching to Kiwa: Seamlessly transfer your certification
Do you want to switch to Kiwa while currently certified by another certification body? This can be done easily and without interruption of your certificate. Below you can read how the transfer process works and what benefits it offers you.
Can I just switch to Kiwa?
Yes, you can switch any time, even right after an audit. You do not need to wait until the expiry date of your current certificate. We can take over your existing certification, with your certificate continuing uninterrupted and retaining the same expiry date. Your first audit with Kiwa will then be the next regular audit in your existing certification cycle, such as a surveillance or recertification audit. You can also opt for a new certification with an initial audit, but this is not necessary when switching.
This transfer is possible for, among others:
- FSSC 22000
- ISO 22000
- Many other schemes (please contact us for possibilities)
Benefits of switching
- You immediately benefit from Kiwa certification advantages:
- Experienced food auditors with sector knowledge
- Wide range of food safety and additional certifications
- Accredited and internationally recognized certification
- Up-to-date information on regulations and market developments
- Flexible audit options, also available in multiple languages
- Cost savings, as a lengthy initial audit is not required
- The timing of your audit remains the same within the year, but adjustments can be made in consultation.
How does switching work?
Your certification is transferred via a transfer review. This is an assessment of your current certificate and audit reports, including the closure of any non-conformities (NCs). This review ensures Kiwa can take over your certification without risk. In most cases, this transfer proceeds smoothly. After approval, you will receive a Kiwa certificate with the same scope and expiry date as your current certificate.
Step-by-step plan for switching to Kiwa:
- Submit your application to Kiwa and indicate you want to transfer your existing certification.
- We prepare an offer including transfer costs.
- After your approval, we request the necessary documents:
- Current certificate
- All audit reports from the current cycle, including proof of NC closure
- Kiwa conducts the transfer review.
- Upon approval, Kiwa takes over the certification and you receive the new certificate.
- Where applicable, we notify the scheme owner about the transfer.
- You may cancel your certification with your previous certification body; your certification remains valid and uninterrupted through Kiwa.
- The next audit according to the existing cycle will be scheduled and carried out by Kiwa.