Recently, many Nigerian Network service providers have been asking their users to link their NIN to their sim cards, GLO being the second largest service provider has also been telling their users to do the same.
The government has made it compulsory for everyone, for security reasons and data safety across various sectors like banking, education, and travel.
Whats NIN
National Identification Number (NIN) is a unique number that identifies you as a Nigerian citizen or legal resident. It is authorized by the National Identity Management Commission (MINC).
To enroll or register for NIN, you have to go to the nearest NIMC enrolment center around you. You will be given a form to fill and your biodata will also be taken before you can get the NIN slip.
How to Link your Nin WIth your glo mobile sim in 2025
The fast method to link your NIN to your glo sim includes the USSD code mthod, SMS method, and the GLO official website method which can be used within 30 minutes or less to avoid getting your SIM barred.
How to link your glo sim with nin using SMS method
This method involves sending a text message to GLO to 190 for NIN linking. The steps are as follows;
- Open your phone messaging application.
- Go to create or start chart.
- Text UpdateNIN, your NIN your first name and your last name to 109. For example UpdateNIN 12094746583 Musa Uche Kolawola.
- Wait for a confirmation message to ensure successful submission.
How to link your glo sim with nin using USSD code Method
If you want to link your NIN to your GLO SIM via USSD code method, you will need your Virtual National Identification Number (VNIN) which you can create by dialing *996*3# on your phone and then following the next instructions. The following steps are to be taken;
- Dial *109# on your phone dialer.
- Select option 4 to link your NIN.
- Then enter your VNIN.
- Wait for a confirmation message to be sure you have successfully linked your NIN.
How to link your glo sim with nin using GLO NIN Portal
Another way to link your NIN is through the GLO portal on the GLO official website. follow the steps to complete the process;
- Visit the Gloworld NIN Portal from your browser.
- Input the needed details like first name, last name, phone number, and NIN
- Click on submit and wait for an OTP
- Input the OTP to successfully link your NIN and you GLO line.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Linking your NIN to your GLO SIM
How can I create a VNIN?
You can create your VNIN by dialing *996*3# and following the steps after.
How can I register my NIN?
You can register your NIN by visiting the nearest NIMC enrolment center around you.
How can I link my NIN to my GLO line if I am aboard?
You can send an Email to [email protected] to request for the NIN linking on your SIM. Your mail title will be DIASPORA NIN LINKING.
How can I retrieve my NIN on my GLO line?
If you have linked your NIN before and now you have misplaced it. Dial *346#, select option 1 and follow the next steps.
How can I unbar my GLO line?
You can unbar your phone number by linking your NIN to your line using the methods explained above.
I have linked my NIN and my SIM is still barred, why?
If you have already linked your NIN to your GLO SIM you are still barred. I suggest that you go to the nearest GLO outlet to report.
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Conclusion
In summary, linking your NIN to your GLO SIM is important to ensure compliance with government regulations and to avoid getting your SIM barred by GLO.
If you encounter any issues while you are trying to link your NIN, I suggest that you go to the nearest GLO office to make complaints.
