Comprehensive Guide for Setting Up Clinics, Hospitals, Pharmacies, and Schools
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Planning to open a medical facility in Kenya? Whether it’s a small dispensary or a high-capacity hospital, the Kenya Medical Practitioners & Dentists Board sets clear standards and fees you must meet. This 2025 guide breaks down everything you need—from licensing steps to fee schedules—to help you launch your medical institution legally and efficiently.
Legal Requirements for Registration
To get your facility approved, you must gather and submit the following:
- Obtain Form IX (Ksh 1,000), completed and signed by your local Medical Officer of Health or Provincial Medical Officer.
- Submit your Company Registration Certificate for verification.
- Produce an inspection report detailing your facility, endorsed by official inspectors.
- Provide certified copies of all medical staff qualifications, including valid practice licenses and registration certificates.
- Submit approved architectural plans bearing necessary regulatory stamps.
- Hospitals must have mortuary or body storage facilities.
- Hospitals require an on-site pharmacy managed by a licensed pharmacist or pharmaceutical technologist.
- Pay all applicable licensing fees based on the facility type.
- Ensure ongoing compliance: cleanliness, staff licensing, and current facility licensing must be upheld by the proprietor, director, or administrator.
Licensing Fees by Facility Type
| Facility Type | Application Fee | Registration Fee | Annual License Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dispensary | 1,000 Ksh | 5,000 Ksh | 5,000 Ksh |
| Medical Clinic | 1,000 Ksh | 5,000 Ksh | 10,000 Ksh |
| Eye Clinic (Outpatient) | 1,000 Ksh | 5,000 Ksh | 10,000 Ksh |
| Eye Hospital (Includes Theatre & Beds) | 1,000 Ksh | 10,000 Ksh | 30,000 Ksh |
| Health Centre | 1,000 Ksh | 5,000 Ksh | 10,000 Ksh |
| Medical Centre | 1,000 Ksh | 5,000 Ksh | 10,000 Ksh |
| Nursing Home (With Theatre & Mortuary) | 1,000 Ksh | 10,000 Ksh | 20,000 Ksh |
| Maternity Home | 1,000 Ksh | 10,000 Ksh | 20,000 Ksh |
| Standalone Funeral Home | 1,000 Ksh | 10,000 Ksh | 20,000 Ksh |
| Level 3 Mission Hospital (50–100 beds) | 1,000 Ksh | 10,000 Ksh | 20,000 Ksh |
| Level 4 Mission Hospital (100+ beds) | 1,000 Ksh | 10,000 Ksh | 20,000 Ksh |
| Level 4 Hospital (50–100 beds) | 1,000 Ksh | 20,000 Ksh | 50,000 Ksh |
| Level 5 Hospital (100–150 beds) | 1,000 Ksh | 30,000 Ksh | 80,000 Ksh |
| Level 6 Hospital (150+ beds) | 1,000 Ksh | 30,000 Ksh | 100,000 Ksh |
| Medical/Dental School Accreditation | 15,000 Ksh | 50,000 Ksh | — |
Steps to Compliance
To stay open and accredited:
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- Clean and maintain the facility environment at all times.
- Keep your institutional license valid and renewed on schedule.
- Ensure every medical professional remains licensed and registered.
Useful Resources for Setup
- Kenya Medical Practitioners & Dentists Board fee guidelines
- Requirements for opening a pharmacy
- Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) accreditation procedures
- National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) approved outpatient facilities
- Updated list of dental clinics and banned cosmetic products in Kenya
Board Contact Information
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254 20 272 8752 / 271 1478 / 272 4994
- Mobile: +254 720 771 478 / +254 738 504 112
- Website: medicalboard.co.ke
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