Means of ID:

This is also referred to as Means of Identification and is needed to confirm the identity of an individual. Some of the information contained in the means of ID are Names, Date of Birth, ID Number etc.

The recognized means of ID that is accepted in Nigeria include the following -

  • Driver's License
  • Permanent Voter's Card
  • National Identification Number (NIN)
  • International Passport.
  • Residence/Work Permit (For Foreigners)



Utility bill:


This is a document accepted as proof of address for individual/sole proprietor accounts and Proof of address cannot be older than 3 months (except for rental agreement).

  • Utility bill: Waste, water, electricity, landline phone, mobile broadband, internet, or cable bills, 
  • Rental agreement: a complete and signed rental agreement, containing the rental period.