Last Updated on November 26, 2022
The National Identification Authority (NIDA) is responsible for registration and issuance of National Identification Cards to Tanzanian citizens and Legal residents. Legal residents are eligible for NIDA card if they are in possession of valid resident permit and valid passport that are not less than six months.
Legal Residents dependents of 18 years and above are also eligible to get the NIDA ID. NIDA ID is the first requirement for business registration in Tanzania for Citizens. Legal residents can use their passports to register their business but they need NIDA ID for general identification.
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NIDA Online Registration Form
Required Documents for NIDA Registration
- NIDA application form 2A
- Passport
- LGA introduction letter (x 2)
- NIDA form stamped by LGA
- Proof of citizenship (x 2)
- Proof of existence (x 2)
- Proof of age (x 2)
- NIDA application form stamped by LGA and Immigration
Why Register For NIC
- It will help increase the scope of Government revenue
- It will help to identify the person easily when they need to be offered services in various
- Institutions such as banks, credit institutions, and health services.
- It makes it easier to identify borrowers to repay loans from banks and various financial
- Institutions in the country.
- It helps to keep records of crime incidents in an electronic notebook.
- It enables to identify someone when doing business or other activities using different names.
For more information, visit the official website at https://nida.go.tz