The federal government has outlined the procedure for correcting and updating your National Identity Number (NIN) details. Here’s a clear guide on how to make changes to your NIN online:
How to Update Your NIN Name Online
If you need to correct your name on your NIN, follow these steps:
- Visit the NIMC Website Go to the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) website using this link.
- Log In to Your Account Click on the “My Profile” button and log in with your NIMC account credentials.
- Access Data Modification Once logged in, select the “Data Modification” tab from the available options.
- Choose the Modification Type Under “Data Modification,” choose the option to update your name. Note that changes to fields other than your date of birth are permitted.
- Enter Your NIN and New Name Input your NIN and the new name you want to update.
- Upload Supporting Documents You’ll need to upload a document to support your name change request. This could include a marriage certificate, divorce decree, court affidavit, or a newspaper publication verifying the name change.
- Pay the Required Fee The fee for updating your name is N500. You can pay this online using a debit or credit card.
- Submit Your Request Click on the “Submit” button to send your name change request to NIMC.
Important Note
You can only correct your NIN name online if you have an active NIMC account. If you haven’t registered for NIN yet, you need to first complete registration at a NIMC enrollment center before using the online correction process.
Required Documents
In addition to the supporting document, you may need:
- A copy of your NIN slip
- A valid ID (passport, driver’s license, or voter’s card)
- A recent passport photograph
Processing Time
The processing time for updating your NIN name online is typically 2-3 weeks. NIMC will review your request and verify the submitted documents during this period.
After Your Name Change Is Approved
Once NIMC approves your request, you’ll receive a new NIN slip with the updated name. You should also update your name on other official records, including your passport, driver’s license, and voter’s card.
Reasons for Modifying NIN Data
Common reasons for updating your NIN data include:
- Marital status changes
- Incorrectly spelled names
- Address changes
- Phone number updates
- Education or employment status changes
Important Documents for Data Modification
To modify your NIN data, you’ll need:
- The original NIN slip
- A printout of the Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) Number
- A signed application letter for the change
For specific changes:
- Name Change: Sworn affidavit, newspaper extract, marriage certificate (if applicable)
- Address Change: Utility bill, tenancy agreement, bank statement, community leader attestation
- Phone Number Change: Police report
- Education/Job Change: Recent certificate or offer letter
Cost of Data Modification
The fee for changing your name on the NIN is N500, while correcting your Date of Birth costs N15,000.
Data Modification Process
- Visit a NIMC office with the necessary documents and RRR printout.
- Fill out a data modification form.
- Submit the form and documents to an enrollment officer.
- The officer will verify your details and enter them into the NIMC system.
- Review the entered information for accuracy.
- Provide your biometrics.
- Receive a Transaction ID Slip.
- Surrender the old NIN slip.
- Wait for notification to collect your new NIN slip.
Follow these steps to ensure your NIN details are updated accurately and promptly.