A lot of my work colleague here in the UK who are from Nigeria were asking how to register for NIN outside Nigeria and I must say NIN has been extremely beneficial to all Nigerians. That is why the government has implemented a variety of measures in order to gain access to all of the activities of all citizens in the country. Following this, Nigerians in the Diaspora are not left behind, as there are means to have it done there as well. This article explains what the NIN is for?, the benefits NIN provides?, and how to get one if you live outside of Nigeria?. So let’s get started.
What exactly is NIN?
A person’s National Identification Number (NIN) is a series of numbers assigned to them after they have successfully enrolled. Enrolment entails recording an individual’s demographic information as well as the capture of ten (10) fingerprints, a head-to-shoulder facial photograph, and a digital signature, all of which are used to cross-check existing data in the National Identity Database to ensure that the same information has not been entered previously.
The data is then stored with a unique NIN that was assigned to it once this (de-duplication) process is done. A person’s NIN cannot be used again after it has been provided to them (that is, it cannot be issued to another person even if the previous person is dead). The NIN is a number that is used to link all of a person’s records in a database and to verify their identification.
NIN’S CHARACTERISTICS
- The National Identification Number (NIN) is made up of 11 non-intelligible numbers that are assigned to a person at the end of their enrolment in the National Identity Database (NIDB).
- When an individual passes away, his or her NIN is retired once a death certificate is given to the Commission and the individual’s death is confirmed.
- All citizens and legal residents of Nigeria, starting at the age of zero (birth), are able to apply for NINs.
- Individuals’ NINs should be tightly guarded and not disclosed to the general public unless requested by competent authorities (for example, it should not be posted on social media or printed with contact information on business cards or other office stationery).
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Why Do You Need a NIN?
People can contact you since you have a phone number.
So that people can IDENTIFY you, get your National Identification Number.
- The National Identification Number (NIN) is a one-of-a-kind number that identifies you for the rest of your life and is issued by NIMC when you enroll. Here is the link to the enrolment FORM
- During verification and authentication, it is used to match you with your biometric data and other details in the National Identity Database.
- The NIN is set to be used for all transactions in Nigeria that require identification verification, thus you’ll be getting your National e-ID card with your NIN (international passport application & acquisition)
- establishing personal banking accounts
- obtaining your driver’s license enrolling in the National Health Insurance Scheme, paying your taxes, and transactions related to your contributing pension scheme
- transaction with social security consequences land transactions pursuant to the Land Use Act any other transaction NIMC may specify and list in the Federal Government Gazette
- To guarantee smooth coordination of activities, NIMC is working on data harmonization and integration with other agencies across Nigeria that deal with the various services mentioned above.
NIN registration for people in Diaspora
The National Identity Management Commission began the diaspora enrolment effort in 2019, with the goal of enrolling Nigerians living abroad in the National Identity Database and ensuring that they benefit from the acquisition of their National Identification Numbers as well (NIN).
Pre-Enrolment (Online) information
Centers of registration in other countries list below
Diaspora Enrollment Licensed Partners
The following Nigerian companies have been granted permission to engage with their respective partners in all African, Asian, European, and American nations to enroll Nigerian adults and children in the diaspora in the National Identity Database:
Afritech Multi Concept Limited.
Dannon Investment and Management Consultancy Limited
Dantata Universal Services & VF Services
Deacil Professional Services Limited.
Digiterhub Solutions & Services Limited
In addition to the license provided by NIMC, these companies have the legal ability (permits/licences) to gather and transmit biometric data in the countries in which they operate, either on their own or through their technical partners.
These businesses will be responsible for all infrastructure and operations related to enrolment activities.
As a result, they will charge a fee for enrolling in diaspora.
Nigerians living abroad, on the other hand, have the option of enrolling for free anytime they return to Nigeria, as long as their passports are valid.
In the event that their passports have expired, individuals must obtain their NINs in order to renew their Nigerian foreign passports or obtain new passports.
Documents required for registration in the diaspora, as well as costs.
Some of the required document needed for your enrolment in NIN are:
- Nigerian National ID Card (Old)
- Card for Nigerian Voters
- Certificate of Birth in Nigeria
- Identification Card for Nigerian Government Employees
- Nigerian National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) ID Card
- Letter of Attestation from a Prominent Leader in Your Community
- Declaration of Age Attestation Letter from Religious/Traditional Leader
Service Charges:
- Adult (16 and above) $50.00 for enrolment.
- Adult (16 below) $40.00 for enrolment.

Diaspora enrolment centres
Conclusion
Having your NIN can help you relax and reduce the tension you’ll likely face in the future. As a result, it is advisable to obtain the NIN as soon as possible. Please leave any questions in the comments section, as well as like and share the articles.
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