The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has announced that doctors, dentists and health facilities should begin their licence renewal process for 2026.
In a public notice on Thursday October 9, the regulatory body confirmed that the renewal window for 2026 was officially open and called on all medical practitioners to complete their applications via the KMPDC Online Services Portal by October 31.
"Licence renewal for medical/dental practitioners, COHO and health institutions for 2026 is now open," the KMPDC said in a statement.
"This is your opportunity to continue ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and keep your practice in line with the latest guidelines. An active license is essential for upholding the quality and safety of healthcare services."
The council urged early renewal to avoid last-minute complications or service disruptions. They noted that operating without a valid licence is a regulatory offence that could result in penalties, including suspension from practising.
As part of the 2025 renewal process, all licensed medical and dental professionals must update their biographical data. Meanwhile, health facilities must submit returns detailing their current operational status.
This updated information will enable the Council to maintain an accurate database of practitioners and institutions, which is essential for monitoring professional conduct and supporting healthcare regulation nationwide.
Any changes to status during the licensing period, such as relocation, changes to services offered, or changes in ownership, must be reported to the KMPDC without delay.
To facilitate this process, all practitioners and institutions should access the licensing portal, where detailed instructions on the renewal steps are available.
KMPDC's licensing mandate is rooted in the council's broader objective to ensure that only qualified, ethical and compliant organisations deliver healthcare services in the country.
Licensing is particularly crucial to the public since it enables patients to verify the authenticity and qualification of healthcare providers, since KMPDC has a searchable public register of licensed practitioners.
In June, 728 health facilities across the country were shut down, in a crackdown on non-compliant facilities. Among the facilities included 394 in Nairobi.
The inspection has already resulted in the scrutiny of 1,983 health facilities in several counties, including Mandera, Nairobi, Wajir, Kisii, and Nyamira.
Out of the 1,938 facilities examined, 728 were found to be severely non-compliant and subsequently shut down.
