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SHIF (formerly NHIF) Kenya USSD Code

Social Health Insurance Fund · Dial from any phone on any network

The Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) replaced Kenya's National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) on October 1, 2024, under the Social Health Insurance Act 2023. Unlike NHIF, which mainly served the formal sector, SHIF is designed to cover every Kenyan, including informal and vulnerable groups, and is administered by the Social Health Authority (SHA) at a contribution rate of 2.75% of gross monthly salary.

Main USSD Code
*155#

// COMPLETE USSD CODES

All USSD codes for SHIF (formerly NHIF). Tap or click any code to copy it.

ServiceUSSD Code

// HOW TO USE

Follow these simple steps to use SHIF USSD from any phone.

STEP 1

Dial *155#

Open your phone dialer and enter *155# from any network in Kenya.

STEP 2

Follow the Menu

Select the option you need from the on-screen menu and confirm any details requested.

STEP 3

Get Your Result

You'll receive the information or confirmation on-screen or via SMS, depending on the service.

// FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Dial *155# from any network in Kenya to access SHIF (formerly NHIF) services.
A small standard USSD session fee may apply, and SHIF may charge its own service fee depending on the transaction. Check the on-screen prompt before confirming.
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