HOW TO MODIFY YOUR NATIONAL IDENTITY NUMBER USING SELF SERVICE WEBSITE.
NIMC’s online Self-Service Modifications portal allows for quick and easy Change of Name, Phone Number, Date of Birth and Address requests.
Discover a seamless method to update these NIN data details via https://selfservicemodification.nimc.gov.ng
Learn more about acquiring your supporting documents documents for NIN data modifications via https://nimc.gov.ng/modification-requirements >>
Date of Birth Self-Service Modification Steps
1. Begin by verifying your NIN and logging in.
2. Navigate to your dashboard and select the date of birth modification option.
3. Complete the payment for the modification securely via Paystack.
4. After payment, input your NPC certificate number and validate it. Your date of birth will be automatically filled and non-editable. If you’ve misplaced your birth certificate, perform the birth attestation online at http://www.nationalpopulation.org.ng.
5. Upload your NPC certificate along with any required supporting documents.
6. Submit your modification request and preview the adjustments.
7. Ensure to check the attestation box before submitting your request.
8. Receive your modification transaction slip promptly on the modification table.
9. Upon approval, receive a notification, and your NIN slip will be dispatched to your email. You also have the option to print the slip directly from your dashboard.
Documents Required for Date of Birth Modification
Digitised NPC Attestation Certificate for those born before 1992.
Digitised NPC Birth Certificate for those born after 1992.
Documents Required for Change of Name Modification
Court affidavit.
Newspaper extract.
Marriage certificate in the case of marital status.
Other government ID.
Documents Required for Change of Address Modification
Utility bill.
Tenancy agreement.
Community leader’s attestation letter.
Documents Required for Phone Number Modification
Police report (provide your phone number without “0” after the “+234” country code, for example +234 812345…).