Key takeaways: You need exactly 3 documents: a valid means of ID (NIN, passport, voter’s card, or licence), a passport photo (white background), and your signature on white paper. All three can be submitted as phone photographs, no scanning or studio visits needed.
What types of ID does the CAC accept?
Accepted types:
- NIN slip or National ID Card
- International passport (valid, not expired)
- Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC)
- Driver’s licence (valid, not expired)
The name on your ID must exactly match your registration form. All text must be readable in the photo.
How to photograph: Place on a flat, well-lit surface. Hold phone directly above. Avoid glare. Check that all text is sharp.
What are the passport photo requirements?
- White or light background
- Head and shoulders visible
- Neutral expression, eyes open
- No sunglasses or hats (religious head covering allowed)
- Colour photo, taken within 6 months
You don’t need a studio. Stand against a white wall, use your phone’s front camera. Modern phone cameras exceed CAC requirements.
How do I submit my signature for CAC registration?
- Sign with dark ink (black or blue) on plain white paper
- Nothing else on the paper, no text, no lines
- Photograph from directly above with good lighting
- Make the signature large enough to be clearly visible
What document mistakes cause CAC rejection?
- Signing on lined paper (use blank white paper)
- Using a pencil (use a pen)
- Blurry photos (check before sending)
- Name mismatch between ID and registration form
With Oya Legal
Snap and send each document as a photo in WhatsApp. We check clarity and let you know if anything needs retaking, all in the same conversation.
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