FIRS Unveils USSD Code To Retrieve Your Registered TIN In Nigeria
If you mistakenly misplaced your Tax Identification Number and wants to retrieve it, you will be happy to know that the Management of FIRS has Unveiled a USSD Code *829# for Nigerians to retrieve their registered Tax Identification number TIN including other related activities.
What is Tax Identification Number (TIN)?
TIN is simply a unique identifier for an individual or a company for the specific purpose of Tax remittance. The TIN number is prepared by the tax office and issued to individuals or registered business/ incorporated companies for proper identification and verification.
Below are following activities you can perform using the USSD code
With the Introduction of the New TIN USSD Code, Nigerians can now perform the following action:
- Retrieve your registered TIN
- Get the various Tax Types and Rates
- Locate all FIRS offices in Nigeria
- TCC Verification
- General Enquiries
This new USSD code makes it easy for Nigerians to retrieve their TIN number from the comfort of their homes, all you need to is to use your mobile phone and dial the USSD Code *829#.
How To Register For Tax Identification Number (TIN) In Nigeria
Below are the TIN Registration requirement and how to apply
- Bank Verification Number (BVN) or National Identity Number (NIN)
- Individual can register for Tax Identification Number by submitting their request online via https://tin.jtb.gov.ng
- Make sure you fill all necessary information required on online form
As a business or individual, TIN is important because that is what shows that you are a registered tax payer in Nigeria, and as you know that tax payment is made compulsory, every company, business, individual must have their own unique tax identification number. FIRS Unveils USSD Code For TIN