MTN, GLO, Airtel, 9mobile and other SIM Cards Update /Linking with NIN and Sim Status Checking Code – As instructed by Federal Government through its unit, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) on the need for all SIM Cards (MTN, GLO, Airtel, 9mobile, Starcomm, etc.) to be linked with National Identity Number (NIN) is real and people are trying hard to update their SIM Card to avoid being blocked by the network providers. Also, there is a code set aside for all to check the status of their SIM Card, if there is need for update or not.

MTN, GLO, Airtel, 9mobile and other SIM Cards Update /Linking with NIN and Sim Status Checking Code

This is real and also very serious as the Network Providers have been instructed to block all SIM Cards or face the consequences of disobedience which is losing their licence of operation in NCC. This charge has led them to be more serious and plead with all Nigerians to comply with this to avoid feeling bad when the need arises.

How to Check the Status of your SIM Card (MTN, GLO, Airtel, 9mobile etc) to confirm if there is need to update and link your NIN to your SIM

To confirm your Mobile Numbers Registration Status to avoid being blocked by NCC, dial the following code numbers;

• For MTN users; Dial *789*1#
• Airtel – dial *746#
• 9mobile – dial 746 or 200
• Glo – text REG to 746 or 3456

If the feedback message reads: Dear subscriber, thank you for checking your status. Your account information doesn’t need to be updated at this time.

This implies that your SIM is okay but if reverse is the case, then be rest assured you have to go and update your SIM card

How to Retrieve your National Identification Number (NIN) for SIM Card Update

To retrieve your NIN, simply dial *346#

Remember, with the phone number you used for the registration of NIN.

For those that have not registered for NIN, kindly Click Here to Register and get it faster

How to Update and Link your MTN, GLO, Airtel and 9mobile SIM Cards with NIN

To Link your SIM CARDs to NIN, you must register NIMC online to have NIN Number, to register successfully with National Identity Number follow this steps below. Register here.

• Visit your Network Provider Office (MTN, Airtel, GLO, 9mobile etc. office) very close to you
• Go with your National Identity Card (NIN)
• Tell them to update your information in your SIM with your NIN Number

NCC to Block SIM Cards of MTN, Glo, Airtel, 9mobile and others without NIN

Link Portal on How to Update and Link your SIM Card with NIN Online

All network providers are yet to bring out portal for linking our NIN using our phone or Laptops. If this is created, it will help to reduce crowd in their different offices or units.

How to update your SIM Registration and Link NIN to your MTN SIM Card for it not to be blocked

How to update your SIM Registration and Link NIN to your GLO SIM Card for it not to be blocked

How to update your SIM Registration and Link NIN to your Airtel SIM Card for it not to be blocked

How to update your SIM Registration and Link NIN to your 9mobile SIM Card for it not to be blocked

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