Huduma Kenya has shared important information on how Kenyans can update their dates of birth on national identity cards. This guidance comes after a citizen requested clarification on the process for changing personal details.
In a response on their official Facebook page, the agency encouraged anyone looking to make changes to their national identity card to visit the office of a Deputy County Commissioner (DCC).
This clarification followed a question from Facebook user Josphat Khalugoni, who wanted to know if he could change the date of birth on his ID.
“Can I change the date of birth on ID?” Khalugoni asked.
In response, Huduma Kenya confirmed that changes are indeed possible and advised him to visit the nearest deputy county commissioner’s office to get started.
“Hello! Yes, you can change it; please visit a DO’s office to update your details,” the agency responded.
Khalugoni expressed gratitude for the clear guidance.
Another user, Gregory Ogw, inquired about the cost of correcting errors on a birth certificate. Huduma Kenya promptly informed him that the fee for such amendments is Ksh 1,050.
“Birth certificate amendments cost KSh 1,050,” the agency confirmed.
This information serves as a valuable resource for Kenyans aiming to correct inaccuracies in their official identification records.
Additionally, just days ago, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) announced the expansion of its biometric Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) processing services to two more Huduma Centres in Turkana and West Pokot. This enhancement allows residents to obtain their certificates in under five minutes.
In a statement on November 12, 2026, the DCI revealed that they have installed the Multi-Biometric Identification System (MBIS) at the Lodwar Huduma Centre in Turkana County and the Kapenguria Huduma Centre in West Pokot County.
This expansion reflects the DCI’s commitment to making government services more accessible to Kenyans, significantly reducing the travel distance for residents seeking police clearance services.
