DCI Announces ONLY A Day Wait-Time For Good Conduct Certificate Processing
Kenyans asking for Certificates of Good Conduct may soon obtain the certification in as little as one day, replacing a procedure that previously took up to 14 days.
This comes after the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) announced the implementation of a new biometric identification system.
On Monday, July 20, the DCI announced the formal introduction of the Multi-Biometric Identification System (MBIS)-ABIS Version 5 (MBIS-ABIS V5).
The agency described it as a significant technology improvement intended to speed up processing, improve identification verification, and strengthen criminal investigations.
Beyond processing Good Conduct certificates, the improved infrastructure is designed to improve biometric record matching, thereby strengthening criminal investigations.
🚨 BIG NEWS FOR KENYANS!
DCI is set to revolutionise how you get your Police Clearance Certificate (Certificate of Good Conduct).
Starting Monday, July 20, 2026, we roll out the Multi-Biometric Identification System (MBIS)-ABIS Version 5 — a game-changing platform built to… pic.twitter.com/HmmjS69nB3— DCI KENYA (@DCI_Kenya) July 15, 2026
It will also reduce duplication and enhance the ability of detectives to identify suspects using modern forensic technology.
According to the DCI, the new system replaces the older fingerprint identification platform that has been in use for years and promises a faster, smarter, and more efficient experience for applicants.
The rollout marks another step in the government’s ongoing effort to digitise public services, as state agencies increasingly adopt technology to improve efficiency and service delivery.
One of the latest milestones has been the introduction of digital birth certificates.
It allows parents and institutions to access birth registration records electronically instead of relying solely on physical documents.
The government is also preparing to roll out a new digital national identity card, which is expected to provide secure digital identity verification and make it easier for Kenyans to access a range of public services.
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The DCI’s new biometric platform complements these initiatives by modernising the issuance of Certificates of Good Conduct.
This, thus, creates a more integrated digital identity ecosystem where government agencies can verify identities faster, more securely and with greater accuracy.
Development of the MBIS platform has been underway for several years after the DCI embarked on replacing its outdated biometric infrastructure with a system capable of handling millions of records more efficiently while supporting modern forensic investigations.
Although the DCI has not announced changes to application fees or procedures, the agency says further details will be released during the official launch next week.
If the new platform delivers on its promise, thousands of Kenyans who apply for Certificates of Good Conduct every year could spend significantly less time waiting for one of the country’s most important government documents.
The rollout is also expected to strengthen the government’s wider digital transformation agenda by making public services faster, more efficient, and increasingly reliant on secure biometric technology.
DCI Announces ONLY A Day Wait-Time For Good Conduct Certificate Processing
