How To Get An Express National ID In Uganda

What Is An Express National ID?

A national identity document is an identity card with a photo, usable as an identity card at least inside the country, and which is issued by an official authority. Driver’s licenses and other cards issued by regional governments indicating certain permissions are not counted here as national identity cards.

How To Get An Express National ID In Uganda?

To apply for a National Identification Card in person, the applicant must visit any nearest Enrolment Centre of the National Identification Management Commission. You can also find the enrolment centres’ locations present all over Nigeria in the above link.

How Much Is Express National ID In Uganda?

The National ID card is issued free of charge for the first time but a fee of UGX 50000 is charged upon replacement of a lost, damaged or defaced card.

How Do I Get A Express National ID In Uganda?

All applicants must be 18 and over and are required to bring a hard copy of their valid Ugandan E-Passport (no photo copies accepted) and proof of Dual Citizenship if applicable. Applicants should also provide a copy of their parents National IDs if they are alive.

How Do I Know If My Express National ID Card Is Ready In Uganda?

Check for your Registration Status (both National ID & Application ID). Dial *197# and select option 1 or dial *197*1# to check.

How Do I Make An Appointment With NIRA In Uganda?

Visit the NIRA web page.

Under Key services, select Book an appointment.

Select create appointment.

Fill the Appointment form.

submit.

The client will receive a number through an SMS and on email.

How Long Does It Take To Receive Express National ID In Uganda?

The delivery of national ID is estimated at six months after an individual completes the step two registration. The PSA reminded registrants to refrain from posting their national ID cards on social media to safeguard their personal information.

What Documents Are Needed For Express National ID In Uganda?

Applicants who wish to get the national ID are advised to present an original copy of at least one of the following: Primary Documents, PSA-issued Certificate of Live Birth and one government-issued identification document which bears full name, front-facing photograph, and signature or thumb mark.

Can I Get My Express National ID Card Online In Uganda?

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has now made it convenient for Nigerians to use the just launched NIMC Mobile App to get their National ID cards entirely online so that you can use it in place of a physical ID card. You no longer have to wait forever for the Plastic Card to be ready.