Your Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your New Nigerian Tax ID Online

This guide is designed to make retrieving your new, mandatory Nigerian Tax ID a simple and stress-free process. If you’re a first-time taxpayer or just getting acquainted with the new system, you’re in the right place. Read on Understanding Chargeable Gains Under the Nigeria Tax Act 2025: A Student’s Guide.

The Tax ID is a unique, system-generated 13-digit number assigned to every taxable person in Nigeria. Its core purpose is to modernize and streamline tax administration across the country, creating a single, unified system for everyone. This new approach consolidates your tax identity into one number, making your interactions with tax authorities simpler and more efficient.

Before we start, let’s make sure you have everything you need.

Before You Begin: What You’ll Need

To ensure a smooth process, please have the correct information on hand. The requirements are slightly different depending on whether you are an individual or represent a business.

For Individuals

Please ensure you have the following details ready, and double-check that they match your official records exactly:

• Your 11-digit National Identification Number (NIN).
• Your First Name, Last Name, and Date of Birth exactly as registered with the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC).

For Businesses & Organizations

• Your Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) registration number.
• The official name of your organization.

Once you have this information ready, you can begin the simple retrieval process.

How to Retrieve Your Tax ID: A Step-by-Step Walkthrough

The process for retrieving your new Tax ID is straightforward. Please follow the steps in the section that applies to you—either as an individual or a business. The official portals for this service are https://taxid.jrb.gov.ng or https://taxid.nrs.gov.ng.

For Individuals

1. Visit the official portal and click on the “Individual” tab.
2. From the dropdown menu, select National Identification Number (NIN).
3. Enter your 11-digit NIN in the provided field.
4. Click the “Retrieve Tax ID” button.
5. Enter your “First Name”, “Last Name”, and “Date of Birth” exactly as they appear on your NIMC records.
6. Click the “Continue” button.
7. Your new 13-digit Tax ID will be displayed on the screen.

For Businesses & Organizations (Non-Individuals)

1. Visit the official portal and click on the “Corporate” tab.
2. Select your organisation type from the available options.
3. Enter your CAC registration number in the field provided. Note: The portal is primarily linked to your Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) number. If your organization type is different, follow the on-screen prompts after selecting your organization type in the previous step.
4. Click the “Retrieve Tax ID” button.
5. Your new 13-digit Tax ID will be displayed on the screen.

Now that you have your Tax ID, here are a few key things you should know about it.

Key Information and Benefits for You

Understanding your new Tax ID is just as important as having it. This table summarizes its most important features and how they benefit you.

To clear up any final doubts, here are answers to some common questions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When do I start using this new Tax ID?

The portal to retrieve your new Tax ID will be accessible starting January 1, 2026. On and after this date, the new Tax ID officially replaces any previously issued Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TINs).

Will having a Tax ID lead to deductions from my bank account?

Absolutely not. The introduction of the Tax ID will not lead to deductions from your bank account or closures for non-compliance. Its purpose is strictly for tax administration and to simplify record-keeping.

What if I need more help?

For further assistance, you are encouraged to visit the official portal (https://taxid.jrb.gov.ng or https://taxid.nrs.gov.ng) or contact your nearest tax office.