How to Validate My NIN

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How to Validate My NIN? – NIN validation and NIN verification may seem similar but refer to distinct processes when dealing with the Nigerian National Identification Number (NIN). NIN verification involves confirming that a particular NIN belongs to the person presenting it. This is usually done to verify the identity of someone using their NIN. During verification, details linked to the NIN, such as name, date of birth, and biometric data, are cross-checked against the records in the National Identity Database.

However: NIN validation involves confirming that the NIN is correct, valid, and active in the National Identity Database. This ensures that the number was properly issued and is not fake, expired, or inactive. During validation, the NIN itself is checked for accuracy and consistency against the NIMC records to confirm its legitimacy. This process focuses more on the integrity of the NIN as a valid identifier.

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How to Validate My NIN

To validate your National Identification Number (NIN), you can follow these steps, using either online, USSD, or in-person methods. Here’s how to do it:

1. Using USSD Code

If you’re in Nigeria, the simplest way to validate your NIN is by using the USSD code:

  • Dial *346# on your mobile phone.
  • Follow the prompts to either retrieve or validate your NIN.
  • The system will check your NIN status and display a confirmation message, indicating whether the NIN is valid and active.
  • A small fee may apply for this service, depending on your telecom network.

2. Using the NIMC Mobile App

You can validate your NIN using the NIMC Mobile App:

  • Download the NIMC Mobile App: Available on the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
  • Login using your NIN, name, and phone number.
  • Once logged in, your NIN status will be displayed. If your NIN is valid, it will be shown as “active” in the app.
  • The app also allows you to generate a Virtual NIN (vNIN), which can be used for identity validation.

3. Online Validation (NIMC Portal)

You can check your NIN’s status through the NIMC Pre-Enrolment Portal:

  • Visit the NIMC Pre-Enrolment Portal.
  • Navigate to the NIN Verification/Validation section.
  • Input your NIN and other required details, such as your name and date of birth.
  • The portal will check if your NIN is valid and correctly linked to your identity.

4. In-Person at NIMC Centers

  • If you are unable to use digital methods, you can visit any authorized NIMC Enrollment Center or a Nigerian Immigration Office.
  • Provide your NIN and other required documents (such as a valid ID or birth certificate).
  • The staff will check the status of your NIN and confirm whether it is valid and active.

5. Through Third-Party Platforms (Banks/Service Providers)

Some banks e.g: UBA and Polaris Bank and service providers offer NIN validation services when linking your NIN to their services:

  • For example, when opening a bank account or registering a SIM card, the bank or telecom operator may validate your NIN on your behalf as part of the Know Your Customer (KYC) process.
  • You can also request a NIN validation confirmation from them.

What to Do If Your NIN is Not Valid:

  • If you encounter an issue with your NIN validation, such as it not being recognized or marked invalid, visit an NIMC office to resolve it.
  • In some cases, your NIN might need to be updated or corrected due to data errors.

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56 thoughts on “How to Validate My NIN”

      1. Chukwunonso Ezedinma

        Please I can’t link my NIN with my bank and I tried to retrieve it through *346# but it’s not showing anything.

        Reply
  7. Asibor prosper omoniho

    How do I use my NIN to register for booking tickets on line without it saying my information does match with my NIN information

    Reply
  14. Chibuzo ANYALEWECHI

    Good morning,
    To whom it may concern, please help. I have updated my information via an enrollment center at Ikoyi since March last year with all the appropriate documents provided. Am still yet to get a verification/validation on same as the change has not reflected, but was issued a preview of same afterwards without the actual print out. Excuse was that they couldn’t print due server problem or so. Then we snapped the preview and left. All I did was change of surname with all other info valid.
    Please I need help with this update to be reflected.
    Thank you.

    Reply
  20. Rasheed Ibrahim

    My nin is suspended and I went to my local government to recapture and validate still yet not working out still showing nin suspended please fix it I need my nin to be working perfectly

    Reply
  26. Daniella Oghojaifor ofure

    Pls kindly help correct my date of birth. I have done NIN modifications but it has reflected on my NIN. Wrong date of birth 25/09/2003.
    Correct date of birth 25/09/2004
    NIN 55632421572.
    Thanks for your prompt response

    Reply
  27. Daniella Oghojaifor ofure

    Pls kindly help correct my date of birth. I have done NIN modifications but it has not reflected on my NIN. Wrong date of birth 25/09/2003.
    Correct date of birth 25/09/2004
    NIN 55632421572.
    Thanks for your prompt response

    Reply
  28. olufemi

    my nin was suspended which I don’t know how come, i was told to generate remita of #15,000+, but yet hasn’t been rectified. please i need help

    Reply
  29. Efren jay Cuizon Enales

    How to Validate My NIN? – NIN validation and NIN verification may seem similar but refer to distinct processes when dealing with the Nigerian National Identification Number (NIN). NIN verification involves confirming that a particular NIN belongs to the person presenting it. This is usually done to verify the identity of someone using their NIN. During verification, details linked to the NIN, such as name, date of birth, and biometric data, are cross-checked against the records in the National Identity Database.

    Reply
  30. Bernadine Uzoh

    Greetings.my name is Uzoh Bernadine Ulo Akwele and I want to thank y’all for your great effort in keeping up with the new system requirements, only I have a complain on my name due to one missing name I can’t get my passport renewed
    So I will appreciate it if y’all can make the adjustments and facilitate things on my passport renewal
    A payment was made something last month and up till now nothing was done on the correction of the name so it can match with my name on my passport.
    Again Uzoh Bernadine Akwele Ulo,so Ulo was missing and is delaying my passport renewal
    Thanks for your understanding and corporations

    Reply
  33. Agboola Oluseye Joseph

    June 9, 2025 at 11:13
    Good day I do correction of middle name due to one missing name I can’t get my passport renew so I will appreciate if you can make the adjustment and facilitate things on my passport renew
    A payment was made last month and up till nothing was done on the correction of the name so it can match with my name on my passport.
    Thanks for understanding Nin 89066730099

    Reply
  34. Christian

    To whom it may concern
    How can I make name Rearrangment on my Nin
    And my sons Name wasn’t properly spelled I need and this is highly challenging to me,
    Help

    Reply
  35. Precious

    Pls I did change of name and my NIN number changed to a new one pls I want to know if it’s supposed to be so,and I need to register for NYSC by next week pls help me out..

    Reply

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