NIMC Announces New Service Charges for NIN-Related Services
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has implemented a revised pricing structure for its National Identification Number (NIN) services, with the most notable increase affecting the correction of date of birth, which now costs ₦28,574 — up 74.87% from the previous ₦16,340.
The commission said the new charges reflect operational realities and align with industry standards after maintaining the same pricing for over ten years. In a statement issued on May 1, NIMC noted that inflation, now at 32.70%, was a key factor in the review, which saw an average increase of 20% across most services.
Below is a breakdown of the updated fees across different service categories:
Premium Enrolment (at lounges, visa centers, and pre-booked locations)
New enrolment: ₦20,000
NIN slip re-issuance (local): ₦3,500
Non-Premium (Regular) Services within Nigeria
Initial enrolment and first NIN slip: Free
NIN slip re-issuance (lost/damaged): ₦600
NIN slip self-service (online reprint): ₦1,000
Modifications:
Date of Birth correction: ₦28,574
Other modifications (e.g., name, address): ₦2,000 per change
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Diaspora Services (African Countries)
Regular Services:
New enrolment (adult): $50
New enrolment (child): $30
NIN slip re-issuance: $6
DOB correction: $55
Other modifications: $10
Premium Services:
New enrolment (adult): $60
New enrolment (child): $30
NIN slip re-issuance: $6
GMPC issuance/re-issuance: $50
DOB correction: $60
Other modifications: $10
Diaspora Services (Non-African Countries)
Regular Services:
New enrolment (adult): $70
New enrolment (child): $50
NIN slip re-issuance: $8
GMPC issuance/re-issuance: $50
DOB correction: $60
Other modifications: $20
Other Service Fees
NIN retrieval via USSD: ₦50
NIN retrieval query (in-person): ₦75
Card inquiry via SMS: ₦50
NIN retrieval via SMS (diaspora): $1
In its summary, NIMC stated:
“With the DG/CEO’s strategic direction to improve revenue generation, ensure broader tax net coverage, support social intervention programs, and introduce new services, it became necessary to adjust our fee structure.”
The commission advised all users and partners to take note of the changes, which are now in effect.
By PRNigeria
