Have you misplaced your NIN? Would you believe me if I said it was simple to get your NIN back? You can use check NIN on Airtel. You can also verify whether your SIM card and PIN have been correctly linked.
However, if you have not connected your NIN number to your SIM card before the start of the blocking of unlinked SIM cards, it is best to do so right now.
If you’ve misplaced your NIN, use the steps in today’s tutorial to get it back and connect your other lines.
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Steps to Check your NIN with Airtel SIM cards
Follow the steps below to verify your NIN number on Airtel SIM cards:
- Open the calling app on your smartphone.
- Dial *346#
- As you call the code, several alternatives will appear on your screen.
- Enter 1 to choose “NIN retrieval” from the list of choices.
You should know that this service will only cost you N20; they will deduct the money from your mobile phone network.
Your NIN number will appear on your screen when the airtime has been considered. It’s an excellent idea to know how to connect your NIN to your other Airtel SIM cards after getting your NIN number back.
How to Use USSD Code to Connect NIN on an Airtel SIM
You may connect your NIN to Airtel SIM cards in three ways: using a USSD code, going through the Airtel NIN portal, or using the NIMC MobileID App.
Look following for information about linking NIN through the USSD code:
- Make a note of your 11-digit NIN identification.
- Your mobile device’s call app should be clicked.
- Using your Airtel line, enter *121*1#
Your NIN will instantly be connected to the Airtel SIM card when you dial the USSD code.
Congratulations! You’ve updated your NIN on your Airtel SIM card successfully.
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How to use the Airtel NIN internet to link NIN on an Airtel SIM
Follow the steps below to link your NIN to your Airtel SIM card:
- Visit the Airtel NIN website at Airtel NIN website
- Your 11-digit Airtel phone number.
- Choose “Proceed”
- For confirmation, an OTP code will be provided to your link; input it in the appropriate field.
- Enter your National Identity Number in the corresponding field.
Congratulations! You’ve updated your NIN on your Airtel SIM card successfully.
How to Use the NIMC MobileID App to Connect NIN on an Airtel SIM
With the NIMC MobileID app, you may connect your NIN to your Airtel SIM card. View the steps below:
- Go to the Play Store on your phone and look for the “NIMC MobileID App“
- Install the app on your phone after downloading it.
- Open the NIMC MobileID App and fill out the necessary fields using your National Identity Number.
- Type your Airtel phone number here.
- Select “Submit”
- You get an email of an OTP to your Airtel SIM card.
- Put the OTP code in the appropriate field.
Congratulations! You’ve updated your NIN on your Airtel SIM card successfully.
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To Sum Up
Any methods described in this post will help you recover your NIN number if you misplaced it or can’t remember the numbers.
Remember that you must link your NIN numbers to the Airtel Sim for the process to be successful.
Remember that unlinked SIM cards are still blocked, so immediately link your NIN to your SIM card.
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