How do I link my NIN to my blocked MTN SIM?

If you're yet to link your SIM with your NIN, or have a blocked SIM due to this, follow the steps below to remedy that.
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How to link your NIN to your mobile numbers using USSD code.

1. For Airtel, dial *121*1#
2. For MTN, dial *785#
3. For Glo, SMS “UPDATENIN YourNIN FirstName LastName” to 109. ...
4. For 9Mobile, dial *200*8#

How do I unblock my MTN NIN?

For the users of MTN Mobile, kindly dial *785# on your phone using the affected MTN SIM Card, follow the prompt and supply your 11-digit National Identification Number where it requested for it.

How do I activate a blocked SIM card?

If you entered 3 incorrect PIN codes and your phone displays “SIM card blocked” or “Enter PUK code”, your SIM card has been blocked to ensure your security. To unblock your SIM card, you must enter a PUK (PIN Unlock Key) code.

How do you unlock a barred SIM card?

If you are one of the victims of this, here are the steps to take to unbar your SIM card from making or receiving calls.

1. Visit the service centre of your network provider.
2. Request for a complaint form.
3. Get a letter to take to NIMC office.
4. Update your data and your line will be unblocked.

How to Link NIN to MTN Quickly | National Identity Number to MTN SIM (NIMC)

How do you Unbar a number?

Here's how to unblock a number on an Android device and get those calls and text messages back:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Tap the More icon, which looks like three vertical dots.
3. Tap Settings > Blocked Numbers.
4. Tap the X next to the contact you want to unblock.
5. Select Unblock.

How can I call without NIN?

Having said that, one of the common ways to make calls without NIN is to link your National Identity Number to your Phone Number.
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How To Make Calls Without NIN

1. Go to your phone settings.
2. Hide your Network ID or caller ID.
3. Finally, proceed to make calls.

What happens if SIM is blocked?

Blocking SIM has nothing to do with your data in phone. SIM is only for saving messages, making calls and saving contacts. Messages and contact can be save in handset too if chosen. Blocking SIM make sure that no one can use your SIM to make calls/msgs, which can lead you in big trouble.

What happens if your SIM card is permanently blocked?

If you enter a PUK incorrectly 10 times, your SIM card will be permanently blocked and you'll need to replace it. Each PUK only works with the SIM it was issued to. You can get a new SIM by chatting to us online.

How do you remove a SIM card block?

How to access the SIM card lock settings on your Android smartphone or tablet

1. Access Security Settings. ...
2. Go to the Advanced section. ...
3. Access SIM card lock. ...
4. Select the SIM card whose PIN you want to change or remove. ...
5. Tap on Biometrics and security. ...
6. Access Other security settings. ...
7. Access Set up SIM card lock.

How do I link MTN to NIN?

Link NIN to MTN Number

Dial *785# using the phone number you wish to link, enter your NIN and submit or dial *785*Your NIN# from the phone number you wish to link. The number will be linked to your NIN automatically. You can also visit or download MyMTN App to submit your NIN details.

How do I know if my line is linked to NIN?

To verify if you have linked your NIN to your Airtel line, dial *121*1#. You will receive a message indicating that you have successfully submitted your 11 digits NIN and you will get feedback after verification from NIMC.

Can a blocked SIM be retrieved?

In case you have lost your SIM card or your SIM card was blocked due to multiple entering of wrong passwords, you can easily retrieve it. Your lost SIM card can easily be retrieved using a back-Up or Welcome Back SIM card.

Can blocked phones be unblocked?

You can still have your phone's IMEI unblocked or removed from the carrier's block list. The easiest way to unlock blacklisted iPhone devices is to contact the previous owner and ask for their help.

Can I unlock a permanently locked SIM card?

To unlock your SIM Card, reset the PIN by entering your SIM Card's unique PUK (PIN Unlock Key). Note: Entering an incorrect PUK (PIN Unlock Key) 10 times will permanently lock your SIM Card. If the SIM Card becomes permanently locked, you will need to swap it for a new SIM Card.

How do I unblock a device on my network?

Go to Account & services > My wireless. Scroll and select the device you want to un-suspend. If prompted, select See device options. Next to the suspended device, select Reactivate.

How can I know that my SIM is active or not?

How do you know the SIM Card is no longer used? However, only Telecom company can tell if a mobile phone number is active or inactive. You can find out if the phone number (SIM Card) is active or not by calling manually, but it may be painful to dial thousands of numbers.

Why is NIN blocking SIM?

The compulsory linkage began in December 2020 for two weeks when the government directed telecommunication companies to block calls from unregistered/unlinked NINs. The policy was expected to help the authorities in fighting bandits and terrorists who kidnap and kill innocent people daily.

How do I check my MTN NIN?

1. Dial *121*1# on your phone dialer. 2. Enter 1 on the dial pad for NIN Capture and Send.

Can I register for NIN two times?

Enrolment for the NIN is Once in a Lifetime

Once you enrol and your National Identification Number (NIN) is presented to you, the Automated Biometric Information System (ABIS) will store all your information supplied and any attempt to enrol again by the same person will be detected and this a punishable offence.

How do I unblock a number on 1572?

Re: 1572: Unblocking a wrongly blocked number

Search for part of number to delete and therefore allowing them to call you or scroll down through the list you may notice another number you don't want blacklisted.

Can I retrieve my blocked MTN SIM?

For MTN PUK:

For those using MTN line and want to recover their SIM PUK, then dial the various MTN Customer Care lines depending on your preference: Dial 180, if you are calling directly from an MTN number. Dial 08031000180, if you are calling from another network within Nigeria.