What is national ID type?
A national identity document (“ID”, “ID card”, “identity card”, “IC”, “citizen card” or “passport card”) is an identity card with a photo, usable as an identity card at least inside the country, and which is issued by an official authority.
What is the age limit for NIN registration?
16 years
What is the meaning of ID card?
card bearing identifying data
Can I edit my Nimc details?
Process of Modification (Adults): Applicant data modification forms will be vetted by a NIMC Official to crosscheck the information filled on the form against the supporting document provided. The former NIN Slip will be retained by the enrolment officer if the modified data will affect details on the NIN slip.
Can I change my NIN phone number?
How can I update my phone number? You can visit any of the NIN enrolment centers and request for this service.
How do I change my NIN name?
“Pls how do I correct my name?” Name modification, visit a nimc office. Cost N500 payable via remita. If you’re adding or changing a new name you will require a newspaper publication and court affidavit. For a misspelled name, no newspaper is required.
How do I get a national identity card?
To get your first UK ID card online you must:
- be a UK resident (live in the United Kingdom)
- create your online account (complete a registration form and activate your account)
- complete an online application for a new (first-time) CitizenCard and make a payment.
How do I connect my SIM card to Nin?
Dial *785# using the phone number you wish to link, enter your NIN and submit or dial *785*Your NIN# from the phone number you wish to link. The number will be linked to your NIN automatically.
What is the difference between national identity card and NIN?
Unlike the National Identification Number (NIN) which is assignable to all Nigerians and Legal Residents without any age restrictions, the National e-ID Card can only be issued to Nigerians registered into the National Identity System and Legal Residents who have attained the age of 16 years and above.
Who can register for NIN?
The NIN is used to tie all records about an individual in the database and is also used to establish or verify his/her identity. All citizens and legal residents in Nigeria, from age zero (birth) and above are eligible to enrol for their NINs.
How can I reprint my NIN slip?
I lost my NIN Slip, how can I obtain another one? Pay a token of N500 through REMITA at any bank nearest to you; provide your Remita Teller to any NIMC Enrolment Centre (ERC) near you and request for a NIN slip print.
Can I register for my NIN online?
To download your enrolment form online go to www.nimc.gov.ng. Fill all forms in block letters and proceed to the nearest enrolment Centre for biometrics capturing in order to obtain the National Identification Number (NIN). Note: you can also pick up an enrolment form at NIMC’S ERC.
What documents do I need to register for NIN?
How to Enrol (Adults)
- Old National ID Card.
- Driver’s License.
- Voter’s card (Temporary or Permanent)
- Nigerian International passport.
- Certificate of Origin.
- Attestation letter from a prominent ruler in your community.
- Birth certificate.
- Declaration of age.
What is identification number on passport?
The identity number is printed on all of your national identification documents, such as your ID-card, passport, residents permit etc. It is usually either next to or below your name or your birth date. Look for a number with 11 digits containing your birthday in a year-month-date or date-month-year format.
How do I recover my NIN number?
Dial *346# on your phone. Enter ‘1’ to choose NIN Retrieval Option (if the phone number you are dialling from was used during your NIN registration). Enter ‘2’ to choose NIN Search option (if you have lost your number; you will be required to input some of your registration details)
Why is an ID important?
An ID is a quick way for your customers to be able to verify that the person they’re talking to has the power to help them with whatever it is they need. This allows your customers to quickly and easily build lasting relationships with your employees.
How do I register for NIN?
Apply for National Identity Number
- Fill up the pre-enrolment form online, download and print Pre Enrolment Slip. Fill the NIMC Pre Enrolment online form by visiting Pre Enrolment Portal.
- Submit Your Application. Walk into the nearest NIMC Registration Centre with any one of the following Original and Valid supporting documents.
- NIN issuance.