Dentists in Kenya are registered and licensed by the same body that regulates medical practitioners — the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) — under the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Act, Cap 253. Dental practitioners fall under the same practice-licence categories and fee bands as medical practitioners, graded by seniority and citizenship.
Fee Summary Table
| Citizenship | Licence Category | Fee (Ksh.) |
|---|---|---|
| Kenyan | General Practice Licence | 10,000 |
| Kenyan | Registrar Practice Licence | 10,000 |
| Kenyan | Senior Registrar Practice Licence | 20,000 |
| Kenyan | Specialist Practice Licence | 20,000 |
| Non-Kenyan (East African) | General Practice Licence | 35,000 |
| Non-Kenyan (East African) | Specialist Practice Licence | 45,000 |
| Non-Kenyan (outside EAC) | Temporary Licence | 20,000 |
These are KMPDC’s published rates for practitioners generally, which dentists fall under. Community Oral Health Officers (COHOs) are regulated separately under developing KMPDC policy. Always confirm the current fee on the KMPDC portal before applying.
What You Need
- Recognised dental degree and proof of completed internship
- Pass certificate for the relevant council examination
- Certificate of good standing (for foreign-trained applicants)
- Online application via the KMPDC portal
