How To Link NIN To 9Mobile 2024 - Step By Step Guide

Are you in search of how to link NIN to 9Mobile? If yes then this article is definitely for you.

As we all know, the Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC) gave an order that all SIM cards be linked to NIN to avoid termination of services by network providers.

9Mobile is definitely not left out. Linking your NIN to your 9Mobile line will prevent your line from being barred.

That’s why we have taken our time to provide for you the step by step guide on how to link your NIN to your 9Mobile sim card.

What is NIN

Before we proceed to the steps, let us give you a brief understanding of what NIN is all about.

The National Identification Number (NIN) is a unique number that is assigned to all Nigerians or legal residents in Nigeria.

This number helps to establish identity and reduce fraud or theft that can come from misplaced identity.

With this NIN anyone can be traced, this implies that we no longer have to worry about identity theft in Nigeria.

How To Acquire NIN IN Nigeria

Before linking NIN to your sim card, you need to first obtain an NIN.

This is a very simple process, you just need to follow the steps below

Step 1: Prepare your Required documents

In order to apply for NIN you need to gather the following documents

Driver’s license or other means of identification such as voters card, international passport and so on.
A Bank verification Number if you have one.

Step 2: Go to an NIMC Enrollment Center

Once you have the required documents, you need to;

Locate the nearest NIMC enrollment center near you
Request for an NIMC enrollment form
Fill the form with your appropriate details
Submit your documents to the NIMC enrollment agent
Ensure your biometric data is captured

Step 3: Wait for NIN to be Issued

Once you are done with the above steps, collect your transaction ID slip and then wait for your NIN to be generated.

It may take up to 3 days for your NIN to be ready.

How To Link NIN To 9Mobile

There are multiple ways in which you can link your NIN to your 9Mobile line;

Using NIMC Portal
Using 9Mobile NIN Portal
Using 9Mobile USSD code

Without wasting much of your time, let us give you a brief explanation on how you can make use of the above method.

How To Link NIN To 9Mobile Using NIMC Portal

To make use of this method, simply do the following;

On your mobile device, visit Google playstore or Apple store and download the NIMC mobile app
Once you are done downloading the app, launch it
Insert your phone number
An OTP will be sent to you as SMS, input the number to verify your account
Create a 6 digit PIN that will be used to login your account.
Once you are done you will be directed automatically to your dashboard.
On your dashboard, tap on LINK MY NUMBERS
Then add your 9Mobile number
click on Ok
An OTP will be sent to that number to validate it, input the OTP
Your NIN will automatically be linked to your 9Mobile sim card.

Please note: you can add up to seven numbers using this method.

How To Link NIN To 9Mobile Using 9Mobile NIN Portal

To make use of this method, simply do the following;

Launch the browser app on your mobile device
Then visit 9Mobile NIN Portal
On the on your screen, input your 9Mobile phone number
Then click on proceed
An OTP will be sent to your number, input it.
On the next page, input your National Identification Number(NIN)
Then click on OK
You have successfully linked your number to your NIN

How To Link NIN To 9Mobile Using 9Mobile USSD code

This method comes in two major process;

First Process

On your mobile device, dial *996#.
Select NIN capture
Input your NIN
A confirmatory message will be sent to you indicating that you have successfully linked your number to your NIN.

Second Process

On your mobile device, dial *200*8#.

Select NIN capture
Input your NIN
A confirmatory message will be sent to you indicating that you have successfully linked your number to your NIN.

Conclusion

With the above article, linking your NIN to your 9Mobile number has been made easy, you just need to follow the above steps to do so.

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

How To Link NIN To 9Mobile 2024 – Step By Step Guide

What is NIN