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NIMC Hikes Date of Birth Correction Fee to ₦28,574 – What Nigerian Students Need to Know

Kingsley Aniji1 day ago03 mins

If you’re a student or graduate trying to correct an error in your date of birth, here’s what you should prepare for:

• New DOB Correction Fee: ₦28,574 (previously ₦16,340)

• Other Modifications: ₦2,000 per change (e.g., name, address, gender)

• NIN Slip Reissuance: ₦600

• VIP Services (e.g., at visa lounges): ₦20,000

• VIP NIN Slip (colored + extra services): ₦3,500

For Nigerians Abroad

• DOB Correction in African Countries: $55

• Name Correction (Outside Africa): $60

• Other Changes: $10

What to Do Next

Before visiting any NIMC office or accredited center:

• Make sure your documents are in order.

• Prepare to pay the new fee through approved payment channels.

• For DOB corrections, NIMC may require an affidavit and a valid birth certificate.

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