How to Add Loco Parentis Child to SHA Above 18: Documents
How to add loco parentis child to SHA above 18: log in to Afya Yangu, go to My Profile → Dependants → Add Dependant → Child (loco parentis), choose above 18, and upload the guardianship document with the child’s own National ID number. Add school proof if the child is still studying.
This page explains how to add loco parentis child to SHA above 18. The guardianship document is still needed even though the child is now an adult, because it is what links the child to you.
The child also needs their own National ID number.
How to Add Loco Parentis 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 (loco parentis).
- Choose above 18 as the age group.
- Upload the guardianship document, enter the child’s own National ID number, add 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 Loco Parentis Child Above 18 to SHA
- Court document establishing your guardianship of the child
- 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
What Counts as a Guardianship Document
SHA asks for court documents that establish your guardianship of the child. If you hold a different document that you believe proves guardianship, confirm with SHA on 0800 720 601 before you submit.
School Proof for a Child Above 18 Who Is Still Studying
If the 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 Loco Parentis 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 the name on the guardianship document.
- 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 Loco Parentis Child to SHA Above 18 for a child under your guardianship, 18 or above. Pick the page that matches your situation.
| Your situation | Page to use |
|---|---|
| Your biological child, 18 or above | How to add a child above 18 to SHA |
| Adopted child, 18 or above | How to add an adopted child above 18 |
| Child under your guardianship, under 18 | How to add a loco parentis child under 18 |
| Your spouse | How to add your spouse on SHA |
What Happens After You Add the Child
After you save, SHA verifies the details. Until then the child shows as Pending, so wait for the confirmation before you rely on the cover.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I add a loco parentis child to SHA above 18?
Log in to Afya Yangu, open My Profile, then Dependants, then Add Dependant. Choose Child (loco parentis), select above 18, and upload the guardianship document with the child’s own National ID number. Add proof of enrolment if the child is studying.
Does a child under loco parentis over 18 need a National ID?
Yes. The child’s own National ID is needed for anyone aged 18 or above.
Do I still need the guardianship document once the child is 18?
Yes. The guardianship document is what links the child to you, at any age.
What if the child is over 25?
Only a child with a disability who is under your care can stay on your profile past 25.
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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.
