how can i link my nin to my opay account?

Presently, OPay is a leading financial technology company licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria to provide a better banking experience to Nigerians. The app boasts of having over 45 million registered app users and 750,000 agents in Nigeria who rely on its services to send and receive money, pay bills, and many more.

Since early January 2024, OPay has announced that all its users should link their National Identification Number (NIN) to their OPay account to avoid your account being logged out. Furthermore, OPay has also made it clear that any account not linked with NIN would be wielded out from March 1st,2024.

Moreover, OPay has also restricted transactions for users who have not yet provided their NIN. Do you want to know how to link NIN to your OPay account? Let’s get started….

Reason Why Linking Your NIN To OPay Account Is Important

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The Central Bank of Nigeria and the Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC) have directed all financial institutions like OPay, Palmpay, and many others, to inform its users to link their NIN to their account. This is to help verify your identity and also ensure compliance with Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations in order to prevent fraud and money laundering. Moreover, linking your NIN can unlock additional benefits and services such as accessing loans, grants, and financial assistance from governmental and non-governmental organizations.

Steps on How to Link NIN to OPay

Below is the step-by-step process on how to link your NIN to your OPay account.

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FAQs

How can I link my NIN by myself to my OPay account?

Steps on how to link NIN to OPay account

Do I need NIN to open an OPay account?

Yes, you are required to provide your National Verification Number (NIN) and Bank Verification Number before you can create an OPay account.

What is the highest amount OPay can receive?

There is no limitation on the OPay Tier 3 account.

Conclusion: How Can I Link my NIN To My OPay Account

The above-mentioned are steps on how to easily link your NIN to an OPay account. It is important to link your NIN to your OPay account before March 1st, 2024 because failure to comply with the directives then your account will be deactivated.