Did you input an inaccurate date of birth when registering for your National Identity Number (NIN)? Or did you discover the error in the birthdate after printing a copy of your prototype?
Making mistakes when applying for a NIN is normal for many people. Luckily, there is a simple solution for you.
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has advised the public that those who have entered false information for their National Identity Number can now update it in the NIMC database. Enrolling in the NIN is free, however, there are costs for extra services, including address updates, card renewals, and date of birth modifications.
Any registration process that requires your NIN will be negatively affected if your date of birth is incorrect. Therefore, you should change your NIN’s birthdate as soon as possible. In this article, we will show you how to change your date of birth on NIN.
How to Change of Date of Birth in NIN – Write an Application Letter
NIN is modified for applicants who are 16 years of age and above.
A request for a Change of Date of Birth might cost up to N15,000.
The applicant who wishes to change his date of birth on NIN will provide the following documents then submit them to the National Population Commission website for online processing.
These are the documents he has to present to be able to change date of birth for NIN.
- original copy of the NIN slip issued to them after the first registration
- printout of the Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) Number given at the bank after payment/ or a printout stating the payment details if the payment of N15,000 was made online
- an Application Letter duly signed by the applicant for change in the data fields he/she wishes to modify stating the reason
- the supporting document to back the proposed changes to be submitted accordingly.
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Supporting Documents for Data Modification
- Change of Name
- Sworn Affidavit
- Newspaper Extract
- Marriage Certificate (in cases of marriage)
- Change of Address
- Utility Bill
- Tenancy Agreement
- Bank Statement
- Community leader Attestation
- Phone Number due to loss or mechanical damage
- Police Report
- Level of Education
- Certificate obtained
- Change of Occupation
- Offer Letter
- Change of Date of Birth
- Letter of Attestation (applicants who are 18 years of age and above) from the National Population Commission. You can get the letter of attestation online.
Note – REMITA payment printout should be for N15,000
Template of How to Write an Application Letter for Change of Date of Birth in NIN
An example
Name
Address
Date
Application to Change Date of Birth in NIN—[Your NIN]
Dear Sir,
I am writing to formally request that my National Identity Number (NIN) record be changed with my new birth date. [NIN number] is my NIN.
The system currently has [Incorrect Date of Birth] as the date of birth input. My actual birthdate, however, is [Correct Date of Birth].
Give a brief explanation of the discrepancy’s cause, such as a birth certificate error that has previously been addressed or a clerical error made during registration.
I’ve submitted the following records to attest to my precise birth date:
My birth certificate
Include any other relevant papers, such as a baptismal certificate or a school leaving certificate)
I kindly request that you update [Correct Date of Birth], my birthdate, in my NIN record.
Thank you for taking the time to consider this. I greatly anticipate your prompt reply.
Regards,
Signature
Name
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Sample of How to Write an Application Letter for Change of Date of Birth in NIN
Here is a sample letter of application to change date of birth in NIN.
John Muonago
10 Adeniran Ogunsanya Street, Surulere, Lagos
+234 803 123 4567
Johnmone@gmail.com
July 26, 2024.
The Commission for National Identity Management (NIMC)
Plot 700, Central Business District, Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC)
Application for Change of Date of Birth in NIN – AAB-123456789
Hello Sir,
I am writing to formally request that my National Identity Number (NIN) record be changed with my new birth date. My NIN is 123456789.
The current date of birth on file in the system is June 15, 1900. My actual birthdate, however, is May 15, 1900.
A clerical error occurred when I first enrolled for my NIN. Since then, I’ve received an updated birth certificate that reflects my correct birthdate.
I’ve attached a copy of the most recent birth certificate.
I humbly request that you update my NIN record to reflect May 15, 1900 as my true birthdate.
Thank you for taking the time to consider this. I greatly anticipate your prompt reply.
Regards,
John Muonago
Signature
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Conclusion
Writing an application letter to change the date on nin is pretty easy and straight forward. Follow the cue in this article. However, remember that without submitting the required supporting documents, your application will be tossed to the side. Be guided!
References
NIMC – application letter for change of date of birth in nin
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