Tanzania - Apply for a National Identity Card (NIDA)

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. Application form for getting a National Identity Card is available in National Identification Authority (NIDA) contact link
2. Applicant should provide all information that is requested in the application form.
3. Applicant must make sure to carry both photocopies and originals of all documents that are needed for completing this procedure.
4. Documents that are needed for completing this procedure are mentioned under the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. Applicant should attach photocopies and originals of all documents (whichever is necessary) along with the application form before submitting it at the office.
6. Fee for this procedure has to be paid as per the authority’s request.
7. If all these procedures were followed properly by the applicant, the approval will be provided within a stipulated period of time.
8. If there is no information regarding the approval provided, the applicant can visit the office to know the status of their application.

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Required Documents

• ID Proof – National ID
• TIN Certificate
• Passport
• Passport sized photographs – 2
• Profession in Tanzania
• Reason for requesting an alien card
• Nationality Certificate

Office Locations & Contacts

Headquarters,
National Identification Authority (NIDA),
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Contact No: (+255) 222 664 168
Contact link

Eligibility

• Any NIDA individuals in Tanzania who are willing to stay and work here are eligible for this procedure.

Fees

• The Fee for this procedure has to be paid as per the authority’s request.

Validity

• National Identity Card is valid for the period mentioned in it.

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Processing Time

• The processing time for this procedure will be mentioned by concerned authorities.

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Instructions

• Applicant should make sure to follow all instructions provided by concerned authorities.
• Applicant must complete the application form before submitting it at the office.
• If any other document is requested by concerned authorities at the time of applying, it has to be provided by the applicant.

Required Information

• Name of the Application
• Address
• Age
• Date of Birth
• Signature
• Contact Number

Need for the Document

• This document is necessary for staying legally in Tanzania.

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Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

• National Identity Authority (NIDA) link

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