Back

Select your region

Arrange a consultation about stem cells

Learn more

Certifications
Accreditations

FamiCord Suisse: Certifications and Highest Standards for Your Stem Cell Bank

At FamiCord Suisse, we provide umbilical cord blood and stem cell storage at the highest level. Our certifications and accreditations guarantee the quality, safety, and legal compliance of our processes. As a leading stem cell bank in Switzerland, we are committed to meeting the most rigorous national and international standards—so you can trust that your child’s stem cells are securely preserved for future medical use.

Swiss Accreditations – FamiCord Suisse

In Switzerland, we hold official licenses and undergo regular inspections by the national authorities. These approvals are publicly accessible and confirm the compliance, safety, and quality of our work at our cryogenic storage facility in Marly (Fribourg), where stem cells are preserved under controlled conditions. Our administrative and advisory offices are located in Zug and Stabio (Ticino).

Icon

Swissmedic – Establishment License

Official authorization to operate our stem cell bank

Icon

Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH / BAG)

License for cord blood and cord tissue activities

These national accreditations ensure that our processes are regularly reviewed and comply fully with Swiss regulations.

International Standards – FamiCord Group

As part of the FamiCord Group, the largest stem cell bank in Europe, FamiCord Suisse directly benefits from the international quality and safety standards of the entire group. These group-wide accreditations complement our national Swiss authorizations and give our clients the assurance that their stem cells are preserved not only in accordance with Swissmedic regulations, but also under internationally recognized guidelines. In this way, we combine the security of a Swiss stem cell bank with the global expertise of the leading European group.

AABB (Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies)

The AABB accreditation is one of the strictest and most internationally recognized standards for cord blood and tissue banks.
Why AABB accreditation matters to you:

Comprehensive coverage: AABB applies not only to cord blood, but also to cord tissue and placenta. This makes AABB broader than many other standards, covering all key biological materials.

Global recognition: Hospitals and transplant centers worldwide accept AABB as a mark of quality, making future medical use of stored stem cells significantly easier.

Ongoing quality assurance: Accreditation is granted only after detailed audits and must be regularly renewed—guaranteeing consistently high standards.

Comparison with FACT-NetCord: FACT-NetCord has traditionally focused on cord blood. AABB, by covering both blood and tissue, provides a broader scope and is often considered the preferred standard.

For families, this means: With AABB, you can be confident that your child’s stem cells are processed and stored according to a globally leading, comprehensive, and future-oriented standard.

Other international standards (group-wide)

Icon

ISO 9001

International Quality Management Standard

Icon

GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) & GDP (Good Distribution Practice)

Manufacturing and distribution standards

ATMP Authorization – Future Medicine Begins Here

The FamiCord Group is the only stem cell bank in Europe with an ATMP (Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products) authorization. This approval allows the production of innovative cell therapies in which stem cells are used as medicinal products.

This means our group already has the capability to provide experimental stem cell therapies today—a significant step toward the future of regenerative medicine.

Professional Societies & Networks

FamiCord Suisse is an active member of leading international organizations, ensuring continuous exchange with global experts and alignment with the latest scientific developments:

Icon

European Bone Marrow Transplant Association (EBMT)

Icon

Cord Blood Association

Quality with Transparency

Our quality protocols meet the highest international standards. Every step—from collection to cryogenic storage—is strictly controlled and continuously reviewed.
This guarantees that the stem cells of our clients are safe, reliable, and ready for use at any time.