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How to Link NIN to Airtel Line (Airtel NIN Code) in 2023

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Viklin
Last updated: February 17, 2023
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Linking of NIN is now a compulsory process as long as you’re a Nigerian and use the Airtel line. Months ago, the NCC made it mandatory for all the customers of Airtel to link their SIM with their unique National Identification Number. In this article on Naijaknowhow, we have taken our time to explain how to link NIN to your Airtel line in Nigeria.

Contents
How to register for NINHow to retrieve your NIN on AirtelHow to link NIN to your Airtel Line or SIM in NigeriaMethod 1: Link via Airtel NIN CodeMethod 2: Link via Airtel NIN PortalMethod 3: Link via NIMC MobileID AppNIN Link Codes for Other NetworksNetworksNIN ShortcodesConclusion

For those who don’t know what a NIN is, this acronym stands for National Identification Number. You only get this unique 11 digit number when you enrol for a National Identity Card in Nigeria.

That said, let’s jump right in as we explore everything there is to know about NIN and how to link it to your Airtel line without leaving the comfort of your home.

How to register for NIN

Those who are yet to enrol for their NIN can visit any NIMC Enrolment Centres or your preferred telco centres (some network providers have been authorised to enrol people for NIN) to register your National Identification Number.

NIN Enrolment Centre

Here’s a quick step-by-step guide to register for NIN:

  1. Fill the NIMC Pre Enrolment online form by visiting Pre Enrolment Portal, download and print Pre Enrolment Slip.
  2. Submit your application at the nearest NIMC Registration Centre.
  3. NIN issuance.
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How to retrieve your NIN on Airtel

If you have previously registered but can’t remember your NIN, dialling *346# directly on your phone would instantly unveil your NIN on your Airtel-powered device.

How to link NIN to your Airtel Line or SIM in Nigeria

To link your National Identification Number to your Airtel line can be done in three different ways. You can link by using the Airtel NIN Code, Airtel NIN Portal or through the NIMC MobileID App. You will find detailed explanations of these three methods below.

Method 1: Link via Airtel NIN Code

Airtel NIN Code for linking is *121*1# and it only works for Airtel lines. If you already have your NIN, just follow the steps below to link it.

  • Dial *121*1# to link your National Identification Number (NIN) on Airtel. Afterwards, you’ll be automatically redirected to the portal to enter your NIN, and immediately insert your NIN to complete registration.

Method 2: Link via Airtel NIN Portal

  • Visit airtel.com.ng/nin/
  • Then input your Airtel number, be it Mobile Number, MiFi, Router or ODU
  • Then click on proceed then confirm the OTP code
    link nin to airtel
  • Now insert your National Identification Number and finish it up.

Method 3: Link via NIMC MobileID App

MWS NIMC MobileID

Alternatively, if you’ve tried the methods above but didn’t get a positive result, then try using the NIMC MobileID App. This method, however, requires you to have your National Identification Number (NIN) issued by the National Identity Management Commission or one of its accredited agents and a Mobile Number (which you used during enrolment for the NIN) – to receive an OTP for installing the Mobile ID app.

  • To learn more about this method, kindly read this article on how to link your phone number(s) to your NIN using the NIMC MobileID App on Android or iOS devices.
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NIN Link Codes for Other Networks

Networks

NIN Shortcodes

MTN *785#
Glo *109*NIN#
9mobile *200*8#

Conclusion

Now that you’ve learned how to link NIN to your Airtel line, you don’t have to be panicked about getting disconnected. Nevertheless, if you don’t have a NIN yet, you can visit the NIMC Enrolment Centres through the link shared above. Also, if you’re a subscriber on other networks (MTN, Glo, 9mobile, ntel etc.), you can learn how to link your NIN here. If you liked this article, then please subscribe to our YouTube Channel for tech video tutorials. You can also find us on Twitter and Facebook.

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33 Comments 33 Comments
  • Abdul says:
    March 5, 2023 at 12:31 pm

    It’s there any possible way for me to change another nin on a SIM

    Reply
    • franklin victor Viklin says:
      March 12, 2023 at 9:07 am

      I suggest you reach out to your network provider for a solution.

      Reply
  • Edet Eyo Eyo says:
    September 3, 2022 at 1:00 pm

    08087543***

    Reply
  • Ayoola says:
    July 2, 2022 at 10:26 pm

    F*ck Airtel🖕🖕🖕

    Reply
  • gabriel tochi says:
    June 15, 2022 at 4:44 pm

    very fast in linkinking airtel lines.
    i just did mine now,a confirmation message was sent immidiately.

    Reply
    • Adams Ayomide says:
      November 8, 2022 at 11:53 am

      M**u can you make calls now?

      Reply
  • Temitope says:
    June 9, 2022 at 5:03 am

    I have no be able link my lines ooo, Airtel, u r really messing up.

    Reply
    • franklin victor Viklin says:
      June 9, 2022 at 10:57 am

      If you’re really having a hard time linking it up, then I suggest you go to their office for assistance.

      Reply
  • Frank E says:
    May 24, 2022 at 2:55 pm

    Good boy
    This good, but what is this NIN all about? Is it to help the census people? Is it to fight corruption or crime! What happens to foreigners using Nigerian phone lines? Let us just hope and pray that this NIN thing is not a Greek Gift with hidden agenda!!

    Reply
    • Udochukwu Henry says:
      November 4, 2022 at 2:35 pm

      Nimc app is not able to link any sim. It says connection time out.
      This app is not working properly.

      Reply
  • 0layinkahammed says:
    May 24, 2022 at 10:45 am

    what ia really happen to you network have sumbmithing my aslo still not been actived like seriouly

    Reply
  • Adeleye says:
    May 7, 2022 at 11:54 am

    You said we should call costumer service, you even call them,I regret using Airtel

    The owner of the company should better go and sell it.

    Reply
  • Adeleye says:
    May 7, 2022 at 10:20 am

    Have been try to link my nin with my sim through the Airtel code,I think they don’t have good service provider, infact I regret using Airtel number as my hotline number.

    This is bad

    Reply
  • Peculiar says:
    April 13, 2022 at 5:05 pm

    I have linked my number to my nin..they unbarred it and barred it again.. Since then have been trying buh no way…my nin Is also validated but whenever I tried linking it…airtel will tell me thanks for submitting your nin SMS will be sent to you once your nin is validated and updated… Don’t understand it at all

    Reply
  • Daniel says:
    April 9, 2022 at 9:07 am

    Have linked the NIN with my sim 5 different times…. And i still can’t make call or browse till nau

    Is airtel mad or something 👹👹👹

    Reply
    • franklin victor Viklin says:
      April 9, 2022 at 7:29 pm

      I think you should try using the NIMC Mobile App to verify if your SIM was properly linked, follow the steps here.

      Reply
  • Peter Johnson says:
    April 7, 2022 at 11:40 am

    I have link my nin with my line still I can’t make call

    Reply
  • Samuel says:
    April 6, 2022 at 8:54 pm

    I want to validate my nin

    Reply
  • Loveday says:
    April 6, 2022 at 11:50 am

    Please I want to register my nin

    Reply
    • franklin victor Viklin says:
      April 6, 2022 at 11:58 am

      Thanks for reading the article, the idea of this article is to show you how to go about this yourself. However, if you’re facing difficulty, you may contact your network provider for assistance.

      Reply
  • Friday zabedi says:
    April 6, 2022 at 9:22 am

    Fr

    Reply
  • Dosumu Oluwatosin Joseph says:
    April 6, 2022 at 8:14 am

    After I link my nin but I can’t use my Sim to call

    Reply
    • franklin victor Viklin says:
      April 6, 2022 at 10:17 am

      Contact your network provider for assistance.

      Reply
  • Deborah says:
    April 6, 2022 at 7:44 am

    My glo sim is not calling out nor sending messages, so I can’t use the code. The portal is not completing the process too.

    Reply
    • franklin victor Viklin says:
      April 6, 2022 at 8:35 am

      Kindly visit the Glo NIN portal or use the NIMC app to link your NIN.

      Reply
  • Ephraim says:
    April 6, 2022 at 12:15 am

    Link nin to my number

    Reply
  • Desmond says:
    April 5, 2022 at 10:44 pm

    Please I want to register my nin

    Reply
  • Ahmad says:
    April 5, 2022 at 3:04 pm

    NIN

    Reply
  • uky says:
    April 5, 2022 at 2:15 pm

    link it with nin

    Reply
  • Oyedokun Toyin says:
    April 5, 2022 at 1:14 pm

    Nin

    Reply
  • Ilom Sandra says:
    April 4, 2022 at 11:48 am

    I can,t call with my SIM

    Reply
  • Musa wakil says:
    March 15, 2022 at 6:47 am

    Nin

    Reply
  • Abubakar Sadiq says:
    February 19, 2022 at 3:15 pm

    08089277***

    Reply

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