Government Services Guide
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Get a National Identification Number (NIN)
Required for SIM, banking, and government services
Fees
Free
Timeline
Same day (NIN slip) / 2-4 weeks (card)
Last verified
2026-10
Step-by-Step Process (4 steps)
Visit enrollment center
Go to any NIMC enrollment center nationwide. No appointment needed.
Arrive early — centers can be busy
Check NIMC website for nearest center
Submit documents
Bring proof of identity and address.
Required:
- • Birth certificate or sworn age declaration
- • Proof of address (utility bill, etc.)
- • Any existing ID (passport, voter card, etc.)
Biometric capture
Fingerprints, photograph, and signature captured digitally.
Receive NIN
NIN slip issued immediately or within a few days. Physical card issued later.
NIN is required for SIM registration
Check/retrieve NIN via USSD: *346#
Link NIN to existing SIM via network provider
All Requirements
- ✓ Birth certificate or age declaration
- ✓ Proof of address
- ✓ Any existing ID document
Official Sources
Steps and fees reviewed 2026-10. Official links: 2 of 2 answered when ONIM checked them on 2026-11-12 — a link that did not answer may still work from your own country. Always check official sources.
Disclaimer: These guides summarize official government procedures from published sources. Fees, timelines, and requirements may change. Always verify with the official agency before starting a process. This is not legal advice.