How to get enterprise ID for NIN
If you’ve recently come across the term “Enterprise ID” concerning your National Identification Number (NIN) and are curious about it, you’re in the right place. In this post, we will explain Enterprise ID, especially in connection with telecom companies like MTN, Airtel, and Glo. Let’s get right into it.
First, let’s clarify what Enterprise ID (EID) is as relates to NIN. Enterprise ID is a special code given to businesses, organizations, or institutions when they register with the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC). It acts as a way to separate and manage the identities of different groups in the NIMC database.
NIN Enterprise ID for MTN
If you use MTN and need to find your Enterprise ShortID for your virtual NIN, follow these steps:
Search for the email you received from the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System Plc (NIBSS) when your institution was set up. In that email, you’ll find your Enterprise ShortID. If you can’t find it, then ask your Administrator user to assist you with it.
To log in to the NIMC virtual NIN validation portal, you’ll also need your UserID.
Here’s how to get it:
- Open the NIMC Personal Mobile App installed on your phone.
- Enter the 6-digit PIN you set up during app registration.
- Once you’re in, go to the app’s home page.
- Look for the icon with three lines and click on it.
- Copy or write down the User ID you see.
With both your Enterprise ShortID and UserID, you can now create a virtual NIN with your MTN .
NIN Enterprise ID for Airtel
If you’re using Airtel and need to obtain your Enterprise ShortID, the steps are quite similar:
Check the email sent to your institution when it was created by NIBSS. Your Enterprise ShortID can be found in that email. If it’s not there, contact your Administrator user for assistance.
To log in to the NIMC virtual NIN validation portal, you’ll also need your UserID.
Get it by following these steps:
- Launch the NIMC Personal Mobile App you downloaded earlier.
- Enter your 6-digit PIN, which you set up during app registration.
- After logging in, you’ll be on the app’s home page.
- Find the icon with three lines and click on it.
- Copy or note down the User ID displayed.
Now, with both your Enterprise ShortID and UserID, you’re ready to generate a virtual NIN for using your Airtel sim.
NIN Enterprise ID for GLO
Glo users, don’t worry, you’re not left out. You can also find your Enterprise ShortID with these easy steps:
Look at the email sent to your institution when it was created by NIBSS. Your Enterprise ShortID is in that email. If you can’t find it, reach out to your Administrator user for help.
To log in to the NIMC virtual NIN validation portal, you’ll need your UserID.
See how to get it:
- Open the NIMC Personal Mobile App you installed on your phone.
- Enter your 6-digit PIN, which you set during app registration.
- After logging in, you’ll reach the app’s home page.
- Find and click on the icon with three lines.
- Copy or take note of the User ID you see.
With both the Enterprise ShortID and UserID at your fingertips, you’re all set to create a virtual NIN for Glo services.
NIN Enterprise ID for 9mobile
For 9mobile users looking for their Enterprise ShortID, here’s what to do:
Check the email sent to your institution when it was created by NIBSS. Your Enterprise ShortID is in that email. If you can’t find it, contact your Administrator user for guidance.
To log in to the NIMC virtual NIN validation portal, you’ll need your UserID.
Get it by following these steps:
- Launch the NIMC Personal Mobile App you downloaded on your phone.
- Enter your 6-digit PIN, which you set during app registration.
- After logging in, you’ll land on the app’s home page.
- Find the icon with three lines and click on it.
- Copy or type out the User ID displayed.
With both the Enterprise ShortID and UserID in your possession, you’re all set to create a virtual NIN for 9mobile services.
That’s how to get your enterprise ID, whether you’re using MTN, Airtel, Glo or 9mobile. I hope this post was helpful to you. Comment below if you encounter any issue.
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