How to link your Sim card with NIN

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) issues a directive to the telecommunications operators in the country to block all SIM cards that are not registered with the National Identity Numbers (NIN) which has put subscribers into a panic. You need to link your Sim card with NIN.

For those that have registered a National identity Numbers via their national identity card registration. This post shows how to link NIN to any mobile network in Nigeria

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How to link Nin to MTN

If you’re an MTN subscriber, take the following steps:

Dial *785# using the phone number you wish to link
Enter your NIN, and submit.

Alternatively, you can dial *785*Your NIN# from the phone number you wish to link. The number will be linked to your NIN automatically.

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Another way is to visit MTN using your phone or computer. Complete the NIN linking form on the page by entering your details which include name, phone number, NIN, and email address.

After completing the form, submit it and await feedback.

How to link Nin to Airtel

For Airtel users, you can link your SIM cards to your NIN.

Dial *121# on the Airtel line you wish to link.
Type 1 for “NIN Capture” and send.
Enter your 11-digit NIN and send.

Wait for the confirmation message after submission.

Alternatively, you can simply visit Airtel Nin and follow the steps.

How to link Glo Sim card with NIN

For Glo users, you can link your SIM cards to your NIN.

Dial *109*Your NIN# on the Glo line you wish to link.

Alternatively, you can text your NIN to 109. A message will be sent to you

How to link Nin to 9mobile

For 9mobile users, simply visit 9mobile nin and fill the form as required. Once done, a success message will be displayed and you are good to go

How to check your NIN status

How to check status of linked Sim card with NIN

To confirm your NIN status, you can check by dialing *346# on your phone to confirm if the number has been linked.

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