curl --request POST \
--url https://api.vtulab.com/v1/identity/nin/retrieve \
--header 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' \
--data '{
"phone_number": "08123456789",
"is_consent": true
}'
Identity Services
NIN Retrieval
Find NIN details using a linked phone number.
POST
/
identity
/
nin
/
retrieve
curl --request POST \
--url https://api.vtulab.com/v1/identity/nin/retrieve \
--header 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' \
--data '{
"phone_number": "08123456789",
"is_consent": true
}'
Retrieve NIN details associated with a specific phone number. This is useful when the individual has lost their NIN but has access to their registered phone number.
Usage Requirements
- Phone Number: Must be the 11-digit number registered with the NIN.
- Consent: You must confirm that you have obtained consent from the user.
Retrieval services carry a higher charge than simple verification. Check your current rates in the dashboard.
curl --request POST \
--url https://api.vtulab.com/v1/identity/nin/retrieve \
--header 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' \
--data '{
"phone_number": "08123456789",
"is_consent": true
}'