Pharmacist Annual Practice Licence Licence Fees / Charges in Kenya

Every registered pharmacist in Kenya must hold a valid annual practice licence before dispensing, compounding, or offering any pharmaceutical care. This requirement is set out under Section 9C of the Pharmacy and Poisons Act, Cap 244, and is enforced by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) — the country's medicines regulator. The licence applies regardless of where a pharmacist works: retail pharmacy, hospital, manufacturing, or elsewhere. Renewal happens annually through the PPB's online practice portal, and a valid licence is also a precondition for continuing professional development (CPD) compliance under Section 9F of the Act.

Fee Summary Table

Item	Fee (Ksh.)
Annual practice licence (retail/hospital pharmacist)	5,000
Late renewal penalty	Variable — confirm with PPB

Figures reflect PPB's published 2026 renewal notice. PPB periodically revises its fee schedule (a 2023 proposal sought to raise this to Ksh. 10,000), so always confirm the current rate on the PPB portal before paying.

What You Need

Valid pharmacist registration certificate
Updated CPD points
Passport-size photographs
Completed online application via the PPB licensing portal

Operating without a current licence is a criminal offence under Cap 244, and PPB has been actively enforcing renewal deadlines with penalties for non-compliance.

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