How to update your NIN details at home without hassle

The federal government decided that Nigerians above 18 years should have a National Identification number. This is quite like the social security number in the US. It gets better, here is how to update your NIN details at home.

I did my NIN months after it commenced. The queue was not as bad as when it first started. Imagine struggling to get enrolled with over 1million people the same day. I was glad mine was a breeze compared to when I did my voters card.

Another challenge with the NIN is updating your personal details. This will take your time, your money and even stress. Moreso, now that your data across board must match: NIN, BVN and International passport.

Imagine the stress you must go through to update your date if wrongly captured. Also, as a married woman, I dread going through the process to update my marital name. 

With the advent of the new process on how to update your personal details at home, I may just consider it. Let’s get into how to update your NIN details from the comfort of your home or offices. Skip the queues with this stress-free method introduced by the government.

How to update your NIN details at home

Is this a welcome development? Of course, yes. The queue to get enrolled plus that to update records can drive any sane person crazy. This is especially true now that everything is intertwined. 

CBN recently insisted that your NIN be provided for banking in Nigeria. So, you need to ensure your NIN data matches with your account details. This is because the regulatory body may instruct your bank to freeze your account for non-compliance. So, this is very welcome.

Also, many Nigerians in the diaspora will be elated about this update. This is because you may need to visit Nigeria to make any changes to your NIN. However, there are NIN centers in the diaspora that you can access. To access it check out this list of NIN registration centers in Diaspora.

DIY step by step guide to update NIN (National identification number) online.

The below step by step guide will enable you update your personal information online. Whether your name, date of birth, residential address etc. With this new process, Nigerians living in Nigeria or in the diaspora can easily update their details online by providing the requested documentation.

Hence, no more queues at the NIMC office just to update your information. Plus, you get to save transport fare or fuel by doing this on the internet.

To use the NIMC short code, the following must be in place.

• Your mobile number must be the same as that provided during registration.
• The modification is subject to verification and approval by NIMC
• A service fee may apply

Steps using short code

• Dial the short code on your registered mobile number- *346#
• Select NIN Modification
• Enter NIN (11-digit NIN)
• Verify NIN
• Select Modification option (Name, date of birth, address, email address etc)
• Enter the new details to update
• Confirm changes
• Receive Confirmation code
• Confirm modification
• Receive confirmation that the update has been effected

Steps using NIMC website

• Log on to selfservicemodification.nimc.gov.ng to register and login, input NIN, verify NIN with face match
• Click on the required data to be modified e.g. Date of birth
• Input your national population commission Certificate (NPC) number
• Upload the NPC certificate
• Await approval or notification that details have been updated.

With the new process, I may just consider updating my records too. Do you think this will be helpful to Nigerians? What are your thoughts about this new update? Personally, I am glad we gradually digitalizing information in Nigeria. It is past due as most countries have digitalized their processes.

FAQ on how to update your NIN details at home

1. Can I update my NIN myself? You can now update your NIN details at home using either the short code or the NIMC online portal
2. How much will NIMC charge me for update? A service fee of 500naira per field. However, for date of birth update, you will pay a non-refundable fee of 15,000naira. All fees have to be paid before update will be processed.

You can also refer to the NIMC portal for more details and fees that apply to the required update.

Feel free to share your thoughts below. Do you find this information useful to you? Please share to others to let know and skip the long queue at NIMC offices. Ciao.