Why Link Your NIN to Telecom Services?
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) requires all telecom subscribers to link their NIN to their SIM cards for identity verification and security purposes.
How to Register NIN with Each Network
MTN Nigeria
- • Dial *785# and follow prompts
- • Visit MTN service center with NIN slip
- • Use MyMTN app for NIN registration
- • SMS: Send NIN to 785
Airtel Nigeria
- • Dial *121*1# and follow instructions
- • Visit Airtel office with valid ID
- • Use Airtel Thanks app
- • Customer care: 111
Glo Mobile
- • Dial *109*1# for NIN update
- • Visit Glo world with NIN document
- • Use GloCAFE mobile app
- • Customer care: 121
9mobile
- • Dial *247*1# and enter NIN
- • Visit 9mobile care center
- • Use 9mobile More app
- • Customer service: 200
Required Documents
- • Original NIN slip from NIMC
- • Valid government-issued photo ID
- • SIM card to be registered
- • Completed registration form (if visiting office)
Important Deadline
The NCC has set deadlines for NIN-SIM linkage. Failure to link your NIN may result in service barring or disconnection. Check with your network provider for current deadlines.