MDCN Revises Annual Practising Licence Fees

The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has revised the annual practising licence fees for registered practitioners.

This change was approved following resolutions made during Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) meetings, including the 64th Annual General Meeting in May 2024.

New Licence Fees

• N40,000: For practitioners with 10 or more years of experience.
• N20,000: For practitioners with less than 10 years of experience.

The revised fees are in line with Section 14 of the MDCN Act.

Provisions Under the MDCN Act

The MDCN Act includes the following rules:

1. Section 14(3): The Council may vary practising fees with the Minister’s approval.
2. Section 14(5): Practising without paying the prescribed fee is an offence.

Penalties for Non-Payment

• First Offence: Fine of twice the practising fee.
• Subsequent Offences: Fine of at least ten times the practising fee.

Employers of unpaid practitioners may also face penalties unless they prove they were unaware or not involved.

Compliance and Inquiries

Practitioners are urged to comply with the revised fee structure to avoid penalties.

For questions regarding practising licences, email: practisinglicence@mdcn.gov.ng.

The MDCN appreciates your cooperation.