National Identification and Registration Authority

19/10/2026

DID YOU KNOW?

Change of particulars for minors (children under 18 years) in a NIN is 💯 FREE!

Is your child's name misspelt? Date of birth incorrect? Parent details need updating?

Visit any NIRA office and get it corrected at NO COST.

13/10/2026

NIRA Board and Management Engage the Ombudsman on Service Delivery

The Board and Senior Management engaged a delegation from the Inspectorate of Government, led by Deputy Mrs. Anne Twinomugisha Muhairwe, to discuss public concerns, service delivery challenges and opportunities for improvement.

The engagement provided an opportunity for the Authority to highlight its growing national mandate and staffing constraints while receiving candid feedback on customer care, accountability and responsiveness to citizens.

The Deputy IG on her part acknowledged the importance of addressing public concerns, while the Inspectorate’s Director of Legal Services commended NIRA for the visible improvements in service delivery.

It clearly came to light that, NIRA remains committed to using public feedback to improve service delivery, strengthen accountability and ensure that every Ugandan receives professional, timely and reliable identification and civil registration services.

12/10/2026

Safe guard your national ID card and be free from potential: financial fraud, fraudulent loans, mobile money fraud, impersonation, unauthorized registration of companies and other criminal activities.

28/09/2026

Starting Tomorrow Tuesday 29.09.26

FREE ENTRANCE

25/09/2026

Is your child registered for a NIN?

Did you register your child for a NIN but unsure of what happened?

Would you like to apply your child’s birth certificate and walk away with it?

Whatever your child registration concern is, we shall be waiting to serve you at the

Dial *216 # to see requirements and prepare accordingly.

Or click

https://www.nira.go.ug/publications/the-guide-to-renewing-replacing-updating-your-national-id

Visit our website to see applicable fees

https://www.nira.go.ug/fees

24/09/2026

✳️The airport security control systems could soon be powered by AI supported gates.

✳️A step towards smarter, faster and more secure identity verification at the border.

✳️This will support biometric identity verification, strengthen border security and facilitate seamless travel.

This and more at the

23/09/2026

USPC shall explain security features on the National ID card.

Come learn more about the technology behind your ID card.

23/09/2026

23/09/2026

Is your marriage legally recognized? Does the government recognize your marriage?

My Identity Expo and Symposium, provides an opportunity for you to verify your status and learn more about marriage registration.

Entrance is FREE of charge.

14/09/2026

: “If they cannot identify you, it will be hard for you to claim pensions for any deceased.”