5 Easy Ways To Apply For New Multi-Purpose NIMC Card

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has introduced a cutting-edge identity card with advanced features, such as payment capabilities, as part of its latest innovations.

In partnership with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigeria Inter-bank Settlement System, this initiative launches the AfriGO card, a domestic national card aimed at transforming how Nigerians access social and financial services.

Crafted to address the growing need for a dependable physical identification solution, the fresh NIMC card empowers Nigerians to easily verify their identity when accessing government and private sector services alike.

The multifaceted functionalities of the card mark a significant advancement in the nation’s identification and financial infrastructure, consolidating diverse services into a unified and convenient platform.

In addition to its primary function as a national ID, the card will facilitate financial transactions and access to a range of services, underpinning the government’s push towards a more integrated and efficient administrative framework.

It also aligns with the digital financial strategy, being compatible with the eNaira, and adhering to the EMV operational and security standards, ensuring a secure and reliable user experience.

The NIMC has issued instructions on how citizens can obtain this versatile card, marking the start of a new chapter in Nigeria’s national identity management and financial inclusivity.

How To Apply For New NIMC Card

1. Visit the nearest bank or bank-approved centre and demand the payment card superimposed on your identity.
2. Provide NIN details for identity verification and proof of a minimum age of 18 years.
3. The bank sends the NIN to NIMC and receives relevant authorised identity data in the specified format.
4. The bank uses the verified identity data to securely prepare the standard Europay, Mastercard, and Visa (EMV) data for the card before getting it personalised and printed on by a partner bureau.
5. After which, the bank will issue the finished card to the person who requested it.

What Not To Do With New NIMC Card

Holders are advised not to give out photocopies or scanned images of the card bearing sensitive payment details, to unauthorised parties.

NIMC said while the user’s NIN is not visible on the card, it can be accessed by scanning the QR code on the card.

The commission noted that only citizens who have a National Identification Number (NIN) can obtain the cards.