Nigerians can now Update their NIN Details Online without going to NIN Office

NIMC has launched an online Self-Service Modifications portal, that allows Nigerians to update their NIN details like name, phone number, date of birth, and address from their homes

This New service, which includes fees for certain updates, offers an easy process in order to avoid the person visits to NIMC offices

Users can update their details through the portal or via a shortcode, with specific documents required for each modification

Required Fees for Modifications

While the service provides convenience, there are associated fees for certain updates, see details below

• Name Change: ₦1,522
• Date of Birth Update: ₦16,340
• Phone Number Change: ₦1,522
• Address Update: ₦1,522

How to Update NIN Details

To access this service, your phone number must have been linked to NIN and active.

Update NIN Details Using USSD

1. Dial *346# on mobile phone.
2. Select “NIN Modification” from the menu.
3. Enter 11-digit NIN for verification.
4. Choose the details to update (e.g., Name, Date of Birth or Address).
5. Enter the new details and confirm their accuracy.
6. Confirmation code will be received via SMS; enter it to finalise the process.
7. A confirmation message will indicate that the NIN has been successfully updated.

Please NOTE: Changing the phone number linked to NIN will require a police report, particularly if the modification is due to a lost or stolen phone.

Update NIN details using NIMC portal

To modify Date of Birth:

1. Log into the Portal: Start by verifying the NIN and logging in.
2. Navigate to the Dashboard: Select the date of birth modification option.
3. Make Payment: Complete the payment through Paystack or any other payment portal available.
4. Validate NPC Certificate: Enter the NPC certificate number to auto-fill the date of birth (non-editable). Incase one doesn’t have a birth certificate, perform an online birth attestation at the National Population Commission.
5. Upload Documents: Submit NPC certificate along with supporting documents.
6. Review and Submit: Check the attestation box and submit the request.
7. Receive Modification Slip: A transaction slip will be generated for you instantly.
8. Receive Notification: Upon approval, updated NIN slip will be sent to email or can be printed from your dashboard.

Documents Required to Update NIN Details

For Date of Birth Modification:

• Digitised NPC Attestation Certificate (for those born before 1992).
• Digitised NPC Birth Certificate (for those born after 1992).

For Name Change:

• Court affidavit.
• Newspaper extract.
• Marriage certificate (for marital status changes).
• Another government-issued ID.

For Address Update:

• Utility bill.
• Tenancy agreement.
• Attestation letter from a community leader.

The New NIMC’s portal is designed to ensure that Nigerians can easily keep their NIN records up to date, so as to avoid issues related to outdated or incorrect NIN informations.