How to Add Child to SHA Above 18: ID and School Proof
How to add child to SHA above 18: log in to Afya Yangu, go to My Profile → Dependants → Add Dependant → Child, choose above 18, and enter the child’s own National ID number. If the child is still in school, upload proof of enrolment.
This page explains how to add child to SHA above 18 when the child is your own biological child. Once a child turns 18, SHA no longer asks for a birth certificate. It asks for the child’s own National ID number instead.
A child who is still studying needs extra proof. A child with a disability can stay on your profile beyond age 25.
How to Add Child to SHA Above 18: Where to Click
- Go to afyayangu.go.ke and log in with your National ID and PIN. Enter the OTP sent to the registered phone.
- Open My Profile from the left-hand menu. On a phone, tap the three dots first.
- Open Dependants, between Income and Next of Kin.
- Choose Add Dependant, then Child.
- Choose above 18 as the age group.
- Enter the child’s own National ID number, upload school proof if the child is studying, then save.
The login and navigation are explained in detail in the full guide on how to add dependants to SHA.
Documents Needed to Add a Child Above 18 to SHA
- The child’s own National ID number
- Proof of current school or college enrolment, if the child is still studying
- Your own SHA login (National ID and PIN)
- A working phone for the OTP sent to the account holder
School Proof for a Child Above 18 Who Is Still Studying
If your child is still in school, college or university, upload proof of current enrolment together with their National ID. SHA’s terms allow students up to age 25 to stay on your profile with this proof.
A child above 18 who is not in school does not need enrolment proof, but still needs their own National ID number.
Adding a Child Over 25
A child over 25 can stay on your profile only if they have a disability and are under your care. Otherwise the child registers as a separate household.
Tips on How to Add Child to SHA Above 18 Before You Submit
- Use the child’s own National ID number, not yours.
- Check that the name on the ID matches what the portal shows.
- Keep the enrolment letter or student ID ready if the child is studying.
- Make sure your own SHA account is active before you add anyone.
Is This the Right Page?
This page covers how to add child to SHA above 18 for your own biological child. Pick the page that matches your situation.
| Your situation | Page to use |
|---|---|
| Your own child, under 18 | How to add a child under 18 to SHA |
| Adopted child, 18 or above | How to add an adopted child above 18 |
| Child under your guardianship, 18 or above | How to add a loco parentis child above 18 |
| Your spouse | How to add your spouse on SHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I add a child to SHA above 18?
Log in to Afya Yangu, open My Profile, then Dependants, then Add Dependant. Choose Child, select above 18, and enter the child’s own National ID number. Add proof of enrolment if the child is studying.
Does a child above 18 need their own National ID?
Yes. The portal asks for the child’s own National ID number for anyone aged 18 or above.
My child is 19 and at university. Can I still add them?
Yes, with the child’s National ID and proof of current enrolment.
What if my child is over 25 and not disabled?
SHA’s published rule is that they cannot be added as your dependant. They register as a separate household.
Can a child above 18 be added if they are not in school?
They do not need school proof, but they must have their own National ID number.
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WhatsApp UsDisclaimer: MyCyber is an independent educational website, not affiliated with SHA, the Ministry of Health or the Government of Kenya. Requirements are based on SHA’s published rules and reported SHA notices, checked on [add date checked on sha.go.ke]. SHA decides whether a dependant is accepted. Confirm at sha.go.ke or call 0800 720 601.
