The National Health Professionals Council (NHPC) is an independent statutory regulatory body established under Act Lr.31 of 2020 by the Federal Government of Somalia. The Council is mandated to regulate and oversee the registration, licensing, and professional conduct of all health professionals, health facilities, and health education institutions across the country.
Apply for approval as a health professional or health facility. Ensure compliance, gain public trust, and operate legally under national standards.

NHPC investigates misconduct, malpractice, and ethical violations to keep patients safe and strengthen healthcare accountability
NHPC registers and accredits universities, colleges, and training centers that offer health-related programs. We ensure institutions meet national academic, ethical, and quality standards for producing competent health professionals.
Upgrade your service to meet national health standards NHPC evaluates facilities and systems to improve safety, performance, and overall healthcare quality across Somalia.
The National Health Professionals Council (NHPC) is an independent statutory regulatory body established under Act Lr.31 of 2020 by the Federal Government of Somalia. The Council is mandated to regulate and oversee the registration, licensing, and professional conduct of all health professionals, health facilities, and health education institutions across the country.
The NHPC’s core mission is to protect the public from medical malpractice, uphold professional ethics, and ensure high-quality and safe healthcare services for all Somali citizens. Through its regulatory functions, the Council fosters a health system that is professional, ethical, and accountable

Ensures the quality and safety of health services, Conducts audits and assessments of health facilities, Promotes continuous improvement in healthcare delivery
Regulates professional ethics and standards, Investigates professional misconduct , Enforces disciplinary actions and corrective measures
Provides expert policy advice to government authorities, Supports health workforce planning and development initiatives

Registers and licenses qualified health practitioners Authorizes and licenses health facilities
Our services are available from Saturday to Thursday, providing fast, reliable support for registrations, complaints, and quality control. Stay compliant, stay protected, and access trusted assistance whenever you need it
The progress NHPC has made in strengthening health regulation, improving service quality, and ensuring safer, more reliable healthcare for all across Somalia.
NHPC’s registration and certification system has improved the overall quality of healthcare across the country, ensuring that only qualified professionals provide services.
More citizens now seek care from NHPC-registered professionals and centers, leading to safer treatments and greater confidence in the healthcare system.
Graduates and health workers now have a structured, transparent process for certification, making it easier to enter the workforce and maintain ethical standards.
NHPC’s structured complaints process has helped resolve misconduct cases faster, protecting patients and ensuring accountability across the health sector.
As a registered health professional, it is your duty to serve the community safely, ethically, and with integrity.
Safeguard your patients’ personal information and uphold confidentiality at all times.
Communicate respectfully and encourage patients to participate in decisions about their care.
Always prioritize patient safety and well-being over personal gain or financial incentives.
Respond promptly in emergencies while ensuring your own safety and that of patients.
Keep your skills and knowledge up to date through professional development to ensure safe practice.
Promote inclusion, prevent discrimination, and report any unethical or abusive practices.
Be responsible for your actions and s act ethically, transparently, and report any incidents
Find quick answers to the most common questions about NHPC services, registration, certification, and professional guidelines.
Submit your certified academic certificates, CV, internship/training certificate, ID, photos, criminal clearance, and other required documents to NHPC.
Certified academic certificates and transcripts attested by the Somali Ministry of Higher Education
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Internship or training certificate
Secondary school certificate
Copy of identity card or passport
Two recent passport-size photographs
Criminal clearance letter
Attestation from the embassy if studied abroad
Registration fee
Yes. Foreign certificates must be attested by the relevant embassy.
Processing times depend on document verification. You will be notified once registration is complete.
Valid (unexpired) registration certificate from the Local Government
Completed Registration Application Form for Health Service Centers
Ownership documentation (title deed) for the center
Comprehensive document describing the center’s activities and total staff
Copy of previous registration, if applicable
Certificate of Good Conduct (Criminal Record Clearance) for the owner
Payment of the registration fee
Yes, submit the previous registration copy along with updated documents and fees.
The timeline depends on document verification and compliance with NHPC standards.
Processing times depend on document verification. You will be notified once registration is complete.
You can contact our office during working hours: Saturday to Wednesday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am to 2:00 pm