How to Apply for Birth, Death Certificates Online in Nigeria, Eligibility, Requirements, Fees

• The Federal Government has launched a new online platform that allows Nigerians to apply for birth and death certificates, register births and deaths, and access other civil registration services digitally.

Here’s a step-by-step guide, eligibility requirements, fees, and official application links.

The Federal Government has introduced a new digital platform that enables Nigerians to register births and deaths, apply for birth attestation, correct civil registration records, and verify certificates online.

The platform, launched by the National Population Commission (NPC) and announced by the National Orientation Agency (NOA), is part of the government’s efforts to digitise civil registration services and eliminate the long queues and paperwork previously associated with obtaining birth and death certificates.

According to the NOA, the new self-service portal makes the process faster and more convenient, while citizens who require assistance can still visit any NPC registration centre across the country.

“Getting a birth or death certificate in Nigeria just got easier! You can also visit any NPC registration centre nationwide for assistance,” the agency said.

The agency noted that proper birth and death registration gives citizens a legal identity and improves access to healthcare, education, passports, financial services, and other government programmes.

How to Apply for a Birth Certificate Online

Applicants can begin the process through the NPC Self-Service Portal.

According to the commission:

• Birth registration for children under five years remains free at all NPC registration centres.
• Online self-service birth registration attracts a ₦5,000 processing fee.

Requirements

To qualify for the online application:

• The child must have been born in Nigeria.
• The child must have a National Identification Number (NIN).
• At least one parent must be a Nigerian citizen.
• One parent must possess a valid birth certificate.
• The certificate can only be downloaded once after successful processing.
• Applicants who need another copy must apply for a certificate reprint through the NPC portal.
• All payments are non-refundable.

Apply for Birth Certificate

Website: https://www.birthreg-selfservice.nationalpopulation.gov.ng/

How to Register a Death Online

The NPC stated that death registration is free.

Applicants must provide the informant’s National Identification Number (NIN) before beginning the registration process.

Where the deceased does not have a NIN, the applicant is required to provide the reason for its absence.

Information Required

Applicants will be asked to provide:

• Deceased’s personal details
• Place of death
• Usual place of residence
• Occupation
• Date and cause of death
• Marital status
• Literacy level
• Whether the death was certified by a medical doctor
• Registration state
• Local Government Area (LGA)
• Preferred NPC registration centre

The commission said a confirmation email will be sent after a successful registration.

Register a Death

Website: https://deathnotification.nationalpopulation.gov.ng/application

The NPC advised Nigerians who need further assistance to visit any National Population Commission registration centre nationwide.