The work of Accreditation Bodies, Conformity Assessment Bodies, Scheme Owners, Regional Cooperation Bodies etc. will continue as normal, with no interruptions in their services. 

The launch of full operations has been carefully planned to minimise disruptions to services for all members. 

To ensure continuity: 

• Recognition processes are being carried over or revalidated under Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated, based on the results of the most recent peer evaluations; 
• Use of the IAF MLA and ILAC MRA Marks will be governed by appropriate temporary arrangements until they will no longer be used or needed; and 
• Peer evaluations and stakeholder engagement activities will continue under new procedures, with oversight by the Executive Committee. 

While IAF and ILAC will formally cease normal operations by 31 December 2025, the new organisation will be fully operational from 1 January 2026, ensuring no service gaps. 

Last Update: October 10, 2025.