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NIRA

The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) was established to oversee and manage civil registration and national identification in Jamaica. The Registrar General's Department is now the Office of the Registrar-General within the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) and will continue to manage all the civil registry records such as Birth, Marriage, Death, Adoption etc. NIRA will also manage the National Identification Card (NIC).

Our mandate is to create, maintain, and safeguard a trusted national database that assigns each individual a unique National Identification Number (NIN) and issues a reliable National ID card. This ID will serve as a single, verifiable source of identity, making access to services safer, faster, and more efficient.

Building a Safer, Smarter and more reliable Jamaica

Our Mission

The National Identification and Registration Authority delivers secure and accessible civil registration and identity services, putting you at the heart of everything we do.

Our Vision

One secure and trusted identity, unlocking boundless opportunities, building a more cohesive and inclusive nation.

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What We Do

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