> 💰 **2026 TAX REFORM SECRET (0% TAX):** Under the new 2026 Tax Reforms, small businesses with less than ₦100M turnover pay **0% Company Income Tax**. But you CANNOT claim this 0% status without a valid CAC registration and a Unified Tax ID (TIN). Registering your business isn't just about a certificate—it's your ticket to legal Tax Freedom. [Get your CAC + TIN together today.](/register)

What is a TIN?

A **Tax Identification Number (TIN)** is a unique number issued by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) to identify taxpayers — both individuals and businesses — in Nigeria. It is the Nigerian equivalent of a tax ID.

Why Do You Need a TIN?

A TIN is mandatory for:

Opening a corporate bank account — Banks require a TIN for business accounts

Government contracts and tenders — You cannot bid without it

Importing and exporting goods — Required by Nigerian Customs

Filing business taxes — FIRS requires it for VAT registration and tax returns

Receiving payments above ₦5 million — Increasingly enforced by banks

Accessing government services — Ministry of Finance, NAFDAC, SON registrations

TIN vs RC Number — What's the Difference?

| | TIN | RC Number |

|--|-----|-----------|

| Issued by | FIRS (tax authority) | CAC (company registry) |

| Purpose | Tax identity | Business legal identity |

| Who needs it | All businesses & individuals | LLC/Companies |

| Required for | Banking, contracts, taxes | Legal existence, contracts |

**Bottom line:** You need both. Your RC Number proves your business exists. Your TIN proves it pays taxes.

How to Get a TIN in Nigeria

Option 1: Automatic (Best — via CACnigeria.ng)

When you register your business with us on the **Express plan**, your TIN application is included and filed simultaneously. No extra steps.

Option 2: FIRS Self-Service Portal

Visit [tin.jtb.gov.ng](https://tin.jtb.gov.ng)

Click "Register New Taxpayer"

Enter your CAC registration number

Fill in your business and personal details

Submit and receive your TIN via email (5–7 days)

Option 3: Add-On Service

Already registered your business but need a TIN? Add it to your order for **₦10,000** through your CACnigeria.ng dashboard.

How Long Does TIN Registration Take?

With Express filing: Issued within 48–72 hours

FIRS portal (self-service): 5–10 business days

Physical FIRS office: 2–4 weeks

TIN for Individuals

Even if you're not registering a company, you can get a personal TIN as a self-employed individual. Requirements:

Valid government-issued ID (NIN, passport, or driver's licence)

BVN (Bank Verification Number)

Residential address

**Need a TIN fast?** [Register your business + TIN together on the Express plan →](/register?tier=express)

What is a TIN in Nigeria? How to Get Your Tax ID Number