How to Update Your NIN Details Online Using the NIMC Self-Service Portal

If you’ve ever had to update your NIN details in Nigeria, you probably know how stressful it can be with the long queues, repeated visits to the enrollment center, and hours of waiting. Thankfully, the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has introduced a self-service modification portal that lets you update your NIN details online, without visiting an office.

In this guide, you’ll learn exactly how to update your NIN details from your phone or computer, the documents you’ll need, the cost for each update, and what changes can and cannot be done online.

What is the NIMC Self-Service Modification Portal?

The NIMC self-service portal is a secure online platform that allows registered Nigerians to modify certain information linked to their NIN.

This system was launched to make the process faster, safer, and more convenient by eliminating the need to visit an enrollment center for every update.

What NIN Details Can You Change Online?

Currently, the self-service portal supports updates to these NIN data fields:

1. Name: You can change your name if there’s an error, or if you’ve recently changed it due to marriage or other legal reasons. To do this, you’ll need to upload:

• A valid court affidavit or government-issued ID showing your full name.
• For marriage-related changes: a marriage certificate and a newspaper publication. 

2. Date of Birth (DOB): Correcting your date of birth is only allowed once in your lifetime, whether online or at an enrolment center.

• If you were born before 1992: you’ll need a Digitised NPC Attestation Certificate.
• If you were born after 1992: you’ll need a Digitised NPC Birth Certificate.

Before requesting a DOB change, ensure you’ve completed the necessary attestation or registration on the NPC website. Payments for additional DOB change attempts after your one-time opportunity are non-refundable.

3. Address: You can update your residential address any number of times, either online or at a NIMC center. Required documents include:

• A utility bill.
• A tenancy agreement.
• A bank statement.
• A community leader’s attestation letter.

4. Phone Number: If you’ve lost your SIM card or changed your line, you can update your NIN-linked phone number. You’ll need a police report showing the phone number to be updated.

NIN Details You Cannot Change Online

Currently, change of state or origin is not available on the self-service portal. You’ll need to visit a NIMC enrolment center to request this update.

How Much Does It Cost to Update NIN Details Online?

Here are the current official prices on the NIMC self-service portal (2024):

• Change of Name: ₦1,522.50
• Change of Address: ₦1,522.50
• Change of Phone Number: ₦1,522.50
• Change of Date of Birth: ₦16,340

All modifications require supporting documents, so ensure you have them ready before starting.

How to Modify Your NIN Details Online

Step 1: Verify Your NIN

Go to the official NIMC self-service portal and verify your NIN. You may need to complete a face capture for identity confirmation.

Step 2: Select the Detail You Want to Change

From the modification menu, choose the specific update (name, date of birth, address, or phone number).

Step 3: Upload Supporting Documents

Scan and upload the required documents in clear, readable format.

Step 4: Make Payment

Pay the required fee using the online payment option. You can use your ATM card for this step.

Step 5: Submit and Wait for Approval

Check the attestation box and submit your request. Processing usually takes a few days, after which you’ll be notified of approval.

How to Modify Your NIN Using USSD

If you prefer not to use the website, you can make changes using your phone’s USSD function:

1. Dial *346# on your mobile phone.
2. Select NIN Modification from the menu.
3. Enter your 11-digit NIN.
4. Verify that it’s correct.
5. Select the modification option (name, date of birth, address, etc.).
6. Enter your new details.
7. Confirm the changes.
8. Receive a confirmation code via SMS.
9. Enter the code to complete the process.
10. Wait for the confirmation message that your NIN has been updated.