NIMC Releases Five Free Steps to Download NIN Slip on NINAuth

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has released five steps Nigerians can use to download their National Identification Number (NIN) slips free through the NINAuth mobile app. The commission said users do not need to visit enrolment centres or pay agents.

NIMC announced the procedure in a video on its official X account on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. The slip is accepted for identity checks at banks, government agencies and other institutions.

How to download the slip

NIMC said Nigerians with an 11-digit NIN should follow these steps:

1. Download NINAuth from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

2. Open the NINAuth application on your smartphone.

3. Tap the option labelled "Do More with NINAuth".

4. Select "NIN Slip" from the available services.

5. Complete the facial authentication process to confirm your identity.

After successful verification, users can select "Download NIN Slip" to generate and save the official document directly to their smartphones.

NIMC emphasised that the process is completely free, eliminating the need to pay third-party agents.

"It is that simple, it is free, available, and a few taps away. Get yours today," the commission stated.

Who can use it

The NINAuth platform was launched in October 2025 to strengthen identity verification and give Nigerians greater control over access to their personal information. In June 2026, NIMC introduced the free NIN slip download feature, allowing registered individuals to retrieve their documents remotely.

The downloaded slip is an authentic NIMC-issued document acceptable at banks, government agencies and other institutions requiring identity verification, according to the platform's official website. The digital service also reduces unnecessary visits to enrolment centres and dependence on intermediaries.

Registration still required

The NIN is a unique 11-digit identification number issued to Nigerians and legal residents after successful registration. People without a NIN must visit an authorised NIMC registration centre, provide their demographic information and complete biometric capture. Once registration is completed and a NIN is issued, they can use the NINAuth application to retrieve their slips.

NIMC advised Nigerians to use official channels when accessing identity services and avoid sharing sensitive personal information with unauthorised agents.

What it means

For consumers and businesses, the free slip reduces the cost and time of identity checks for banking, telecommunications and government documentation. That matters in a system where NIN slips are routinely requested for account opening, SIM registration and other formal transactions.