What is NSSF?
NSSF-The National Social Security Fund is a state corporation in Kenya that provides social security benefits to Kenyans.
Requirements for application
- National ID: You must have a valid national ID.
- Passport-size photo: You must provide a passport-sized photo.
- To fulfill this requirement, you must provide proof of income, such as a payslip or a letter from your employer.
- For this requirement, you must provide proof of residence, such as a utility bill or a rent agreement.
- Application form: You must fill out an application form.
- Application fee: You must pay an NSSF application fee.
How to apply for NSSF
- Through the website: Go to the NSSF website and click on the “Online Registration” link. You will need to create an account and log in. Once you have logged in, you can complete the application form and upload the required documents. You will then need to pay the application fee. After you have paid the application fee, your application will be processed and you will be issued with an NSSF membership card within a few weeks.
- Through the Selfcare Platform: The NSSF Selfcare Platform is a mobile app that allows you to access a variety of NSSF services, including applying for membership. To apply for membership through the NSSF Selfcare Platform, you will need to download the app from the Google Play Store or the App Store. Once you have downloaded the app, you will need to create an account and log in. Once you have logged in, you can complete the application form and upload the required documents. You will then need to pay the application fee.After paying the application fee, they will process your application and issue you an NSSF membership card within a few weeks.
Cost of application
Cyber fee will cost you only Ksh 200 at nikonet.
The cost of application in Kenya is Ksh. 200 for individuals and Ksh. 400 for families. You can pay the application fee through M-Pesa.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the benefits of membership?
It provides a range of social security benefits, including:
- We pay a monthly pension to members who have reached the age of retirement.
- Invalidity pension: This is a monthly pension paid to members who are permanently disabled.
- We pay a monthly pension to the dependents of members who have died.”
- Maternity benefits: This includes cash payments and medical care for pregnant women.
- Funeral benefits: This includes a cash payment to help cover the cost of a member’s funeral.
Who is eligible for membership?
All Kenyans employed in the formal sector must have compulsory NSSF membership. It is also open to self-employed Kenyans and those without employment.
- How do I use my card?
To use your card, you must present it to the healthcare provider when you seek medical attention. Subsequently, the healthcare provider will bill NSSF for the services you received. Afterward, NSSF will reimburse the healthcare provider.
- What happens if I lose my card?
If you lose your card, you can apply for a replacement card at any NSSF office. You will need to provide your national ID and a copy of your lost card.
- What happens if I don’t pay my premiums?
If you don’t pay your premiums, you will be suspended from NSSF. This means that you will not be able to access NSSF-funded benefits. You can be reinstated to the program if you pay your outstanding premiums.
- How do I check my balance?
You can check your balance by sending a text message with the format [ID {space} Your ID Number] e.g. (ID 12345678) to 1550, by dialing *155#, using the ‘My NSSF’ App which can be downloaded from Google Play or App Store or the NSSF Selfcare Platform.
- How do I update my details?
Update your details by visiting any of their office or by using the Selfcare Platform. You will need to provide your national ID and your new details.