MTN NIN Registration – How to Link or Register Your NIN with MTN (2025)
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| MTN NIN Registration – How to Link or Register Your NIN with MTN (2025) |
In Nigeria, linking your National Identification Number (NIN) to your MTN line is mandatory by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). Failure to do so may result in SIM deactivation.
This guide walks you through how to register, link, or update your NIN with MTN Nigeria.
What is NIN?
The NIN (National Identification Number) is an 11-digit number issued by NIMC (National Identity Management Commission). It is used to uniquely identify every Nigerian citizen or resident.
How to Link NIN to MTN Line
1. Using USSD Code
- Dial
*785# - Enter your 11-digit NIN
- Submit and wait for a confirmation message
OR
Dial:
*785*NIN#
(Example: 78512345678901#)
2. Via SMS
- Text your NIN to 785
(Format: 12345678901)
3. Using the MTN NIN Portal (Online)
Visit: https://nin.mtn.ng
Steps:
- Enter your MTN phone number
- Input your NIN
- Submit the form
- Receive confirmation via SMS
4. Using the MyMTN App
- Download and open the MyMTN App
- Navigate to NIN Services
- Enter and link your NIN
How to Enroll for NIN (If You Don’t Have One)
You can register for NIN at:
- Any NIMC Office
- MTN NIN Enrollment Centers
- Partner banks and registration agents
👉 Required documents:
- BVN
- Voter’s card
- Birth certificate
- Driver’s license or any valid ID
How to Check if Your NIN is Linked to MTN
- Dial
*785# - Select “Check NIN Status”
- You’ll see if your NIN is linked successfully
Why Your MTN Line May Be Barred
- No NIN linked
- Fake/incomplete NIN
- Mismatched names (between NIMC and MTN records)
To resolve:
- Visit the nearest MTN service center with your NIN slip and valid ID for correction.
Deadline for NIN Linking
Though deadlines change, it’s best to link your NIN now to avoid SIM barring or disconnection.
Need help finding your NIN?
Dial *346# on the SIM you used during NIN enrollment.
Fee: ₦20 (MTN, Airtel, Glo, 9mobile)
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