Ecowas Biometric ID Card (ENBIC) is an identity document for citizens of ECOWAS member states, designed to facilitate free movement within the sub-region and enhance security. This guide outlines the online registration process for Nigerian citizens.
Who is Eligible for the Ecowas Biometric ID Card (ENBIC)
Ecowas Biometric ID Card (ENBIC) | General Eligibility
- Nigerian Citizens: All citizens of Nigeria, whether by Birth, Descent, Adoption, Registration, or Naturalization, are eligible.
- NIN Holders: Applicants must have a valid National Identification Number (NIN) issued by NIMC.
- Must provide the parent’s Nigerian passport or proof of citizenship. (For Foreign Birth Applicants)
If you are eligible and obtain the ENBIC, you can:
- Travel Passport-Free: Move across all 15 ECOWAS member states without needing an international passport (the card replaces the old handwritten ECOWAS Travel Certificate).
- Residence Permit: The card serves as a resident permit for ECOWAS citizens living in other member states.
- Security & Verification: It provides a secure, biometric-linked identity that helps in cross-border trade and reduces document fraud.
Ecowas Biometric ID Card (ENBIC) | Steps and How to Apply:
- Visit ENBIC Official Portal Navigate to the official Nigeria Immigration Service portal for ENBIC.
- NOTE: Your NIN Must be Active and Verified, Your NIN Information will be Used to process your Application.
- Create an Account and Start New Application: to apply for a new ENBIC card OR a re-issue of your enbic card.
- Fill Your Details and Bio Data
- Check and Reverify your application status and Make Payment
- Book an appointment for processing your card application. Locate All Immigration ECOWAS Capturing Offices nationwide Nigeria:
- Capture and Get Your Card ready for processing.
Ecowas Biometric ID Card (ENBIC) | Frequently Ask Questions:
- Where can I Capture and When will i receive my Card?
- You Can Only Capture at the Nearest Immigration Office or State Command
- What are the Informations to Fill (Bio-Data)?
- First Name
- Lastname
- Date of Birth
- Occupation
- Place of Birth
- Marital Status
- Height
- What are the Documents and Files to Upload?
- National Identification Number (NIN)
- Passport sized photographs
- Birth certificate (From National Population Commssion)
- Marriage certificate (For
- Letter of identification from Local Government/State of origin
- Parent Nigerian Citizenship Documents (For Foreign Birth Citizens)
- Can I Apply for Correction of Data?
- Yes, You Can Apply for Correction of Information on your Prevoius ENBIC Card
- Can I Track my Application?
- Yes, Using the Track Application Link here
- How Many Years Validity is for ENBIC?
- 5 Years Validity
- Do i need NIN to Process this application?
- YES. Your NIN Details will be Retrived to Initiate your Application Processing.
- How to Locate Immigration State ECOWAS Command for Capturing?
- Nigeria Immigration Services Commands Nationwide
- Abia State Command | Located at: Ubakal Village along Enugu PH Express way, Umuahia South Umuahia
- Adamawa State Command | Located at: 2nd Floor Federal Secretariat Jimeta Road Yola
- Akwa Ibom State Command | Located at: 1st Floor Federal Secretariat Abak Road, Uyo
- Anambra State Command | Located at: Nnewi Street Agu Awka, Awka
- Bauchi State Command | Located at: 2nd Floor Federal Secretariat Yakubun Bauchi Street Bauchi
- Bayelsa State Command | Located at: Bayelsa Palms Along Elebele Road Yenagoa
- Benue State Command | Located at: No. 6 Kashim Ibrahim Way, Old GRA Markudi
- Borno State Command | Located at: Federal Secretariat Kano Road Maiduguri
- Cross River State Command | Located at: No 2 Otuansa Street Calabar Opposite Margret Ekpo International Airport Road Calabar
- Delta State Command | Located at: Ogwahiku Road Asaba
- Ebonyi State Command | Located at: Enugu-Abakaliki Highway, Umuoghara Abakaliki
- Edo State Command | Located at: Ikpobu Hill Benin City
- Ekiti State Command | Located at: Km 5 Afe Babalola/Fed Poly Road, Ado Ekiti
- Enugu State Command | Located at: Federal Secretariat Complex, Independence Layout Enugu
- Gombe State Command | Located at: Adjacent to NIPOST, Bauchi Road Gombe
- Imo State Command | Located at: Federal Secretariat Complex PortHarcourt Road, Owerri
- Jigawa State Command | Located at: Federal Secretariat Complex, Sani Abacha Way Dutse
- Kaduna State Command | Located at: Independence Way Kaduna
- Kano State Command | Located at: No 1 Police Barracks Road Kano
- Katsina State Command | Located at: Federal Secretariat Complex, IBB Way Katsina
- Kebbi State Command | Located at: 2 Lokoja Road GRA Birni Kebbi
- Kogi State Command | Located at: 28, Mount Patti Road New Layout, Lokoja
- Kwara State Command | Located at: Alond Old Jebba Road Yakuba Ilorin Kwara State
- Lagos State Command | Located at: No 2 Alagbon Close Ikoyi-Lagos
- Nasarawa State Command | Located at: Behind LGA Secretariat Makurdi-Lafia Road Lafia
- Niger State Command | Located at: Block E, Old Secretariat Complex Muazu Mohammed Road Minna
- Ogun State Command | Located at: Oke-Mosan Abeokuta
- Ondo State Command | Located at: Beside Federal Secretariat Complex, Igbatoro Road Akure
- Osun State Command | Located at: Federal Secretariat Complex, Ogo-Oluwa Oshogbo
- Oyo State Command | Located at: Opposite Government House, Agodi Gate Ibadan
- Plateau State Command | Located at: Federal Secretariat Tudun Wada, Jos
- Rivers State Command | Located at: Federal Secretariat Aba Road Port Harcourt
- Sokoto State Command | Located at: Federal Secretariat along Kaduna Road Sokoto
- Taraba State Command | Located at: Jalino-Numan Road Mile 6, Jalingo
- Yobe State Command | Located at: Adjacent to Federal Secretariat Along Gashua Road Damaturu
- Zamfara State Command | Located at: No 1 Sokoto Road behind Government House, Gusau
- FCT Command | Located at: Gwagwalada
- Nigeria Immigration Services Commands Nationwide
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