Please note
Belmadeng is an independent study platform and is not affiliated with INEC or any political party. This is a non-partisan, informational guide — register, transfer, update or check your voter details only through official INEC channels (inecnigeria.org and cvr.inecnigeria.org). Voter registration and your first PVC are free — never pay anyone to register you or to collect your PVC.
Voter registration at a glance
| Who runs it | INEC — Independent National Electoral Commission |
|---|---|
| Who can register | Nigerian citizens, 18+, resident (incl. persons with disabilities) |
| How | Online at cvr.inecnigeria.org, then biometrics at an INEC office |
| Cost | Free (registration & first PVC) |
| To vote | You need your PVC on election day |
How voter registration works
Registration happens during INEC’s Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) windows. You register — usually starting online and completing your biometrics at an INEC office — then collect your PVC, which you need to vote. You can check your status, transfer to a new polling unit, update your details, or replace a lost PVC — all free, through official INEC channels.
Browse the guides
Register
- How to register to vote (INEC CVR)
- Who can register (eligibility)
- Online pre-registration
- What you need
- When registration is open (CVR)
Your PVC
- Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC) & collection
- Check your registration/PVC status
- Lost or damaged PVC: replacement
- Find your polling unit
Manage & vote
Frequently asked questions
Who can register to vote in Nigeria?
Is voter registration free?
Where do I register to vote?
Is Belmadeng affiliated with INEC?
Independent, non-partisan guide, not affiliated with INEC. Registration windows and dates change and can differ by state — always confirm on the official INEC channels.