In this article, we are going to be showing you the steps you need on how to link NIN to Airtel.

According to Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) it is mandatory that you link your NIN to your mobile phone Number to avoid disconnection of your line.

It is important to do so in order to safeguard your identity and prevent identity theft, and also comply to Nigerian Government policy to show that you are a patriotic citizen.

That’s why we have taken our time to provide you the steps you need to do so.

What is NIN?

Before we proceed to the steps you need to link your NIN to your Airtel number let us provide you with a brief understanding of what NIN is all about.

National Identification Number is a unique number that is assigned to every Nigerian Citizen used for various government services such as obtaining passport, voter’s card drivers license and much more.

Benefits of Linking your NIN to Your Airtel Number

There are many benefits of linking your NIN to your Airtel line some of which include;

Advanced Security

Linking your NIN to your Airtel line helps prevent identity theft and fraud.

This will prevent unauthorized use of your phone line, providing you with peace of mind and also protect you from financial losses.

This will in turn help you not to fall into any situation that can cause harm to you or put you in trouble.

Prevent Line Disconnection

Just like we said earlier on, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is barring line that are not linked to NIN.

Failure to do this will lead to blocking of your line, making you unable to make calls.

It is adviceable to Link your NIN to your phone line to prevent disruption of phone service especially in a situation where you need to pass important information.

Government Policy Compliance

As a citizen of a country, it is important to comply with your country’s government policy.

This is why its important that you comply with the policy of linking your NIN to your airtel line, in order to avoid potential legal issues that can arises due to non-compliance.

How To Link NIN To Airtel

There are several ways to link your NIN to your Airtel line, they include;

• Through NIMC Mobile App
• Through Airtel USSD
• Through Airtel NIN Portal

Through NIMC Mobile App

To do this steps simply do the following;

• On your mobile device go to Google Playstore or Apple store and download the NIMC mobile app.
• Once the download has been completed, launch the app on your mobile device.
• Input your NIN and phone number
• An OTP will be sent to you to confirm your registration enter the OTP
• Enter your 6-DIGIT PIN which will be required anytime you want to log into your account.
• Once you are logged into your account, go to your dashboard, click on LINK MY NUMBERS
• Then add your airtel line
• Your NIN will be automatically linked to your Airtel line.

Please Note: you can link up to 7 mobile numbers to your NIN.

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Through Airtel USSD

To use this number simply do the following;

• Using your Airtel line dial *121*1#
• An on-screen menu will appear on your screen, select LINK NIN
• Enter your 11-digit NIN
• Once you have entered it, press send.
• A confirmation will be sent to you that you have successfully linked your NIN to your account.

Through Airtel NIN Portal

To use this method you can simply do the following;

On your mobile device or PC launch your web browser

Visit this web address; https://www.airtel.com.ng/nin/

• Input your airtel number
• Then click on send OTP
• An OTP will be sent to your phone number
• Enter the OTP and then click on Confirm.
• Enter your NIN and then click on confirm.

How To Link NIN To Blocked Airtel Number

Most time you may not be able to link your airtel line on time, leading to blocking of your phone line. If this is your situation, you can simply follow the steps below in order to solve it;

• on your mobile device using your blocked Airtel line dial *996#
• Follow the on-screen prompt provided by the automated system.
• Input the necessary information when prompted such as NIN, Full name, date of birth, and other required details.
• Wait for a confirmation message stating that your NIN has been successfully linked to your NIN.

Bonus: How To Register My NIN

This is a bonus content for this post, but because we love you to know, we will be guiding you on the steps you need to register your NIN

Step 1: Prepare Your Documents

When going to register your NIN, you need to prepare your required documents such as:

• A BVN
• Drivers License
• Voter’s Card
• International Passport and so on

Step 2: Go to An NIMC Center

The next thing s you need to do is to locate the nearest NIMC center in your location.

Step 3: Fill out the NIMC Enrollment Form

The next thing to do is to fill out your NIMC enrollment form which will be given to you at the NIMC center.

Also you will present the required documents needed to do the registration.

Step 4: Do Bio-data

You then need to Perform your Biometric data such as finger prints and photographs which will be done at the enrollment center.

Step 5: Wait For Your NIN Slip

Once you are done with the above steps, you will then need to wait for your NIN Slip to be ready, which takes like up to a week to be ready.

Favorite Ask Questions

Does Airtel Have an NIN Code?

Yes they do, you can simply dial *121*1# and follow the on-screen steps to finish up.

How to link NIN to Airtel?

To link your number to NIN simply dial *121*1#, or you can alternatively use the NIMC mobile app.

How Can I Get My NIN?

You can do this by simply visiting any NIMC center near you and performing the required registration process in order to get your NIN

Conclusion

You need to make sure that your line is linked to your NIN to avoid being barred from making calls and surfing the internet using your phone number.

Feel free to ask your questions and drop your comments in the comment section below.

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