UK visas

National Insurance Number UK (NINO) is a social insurance number in the UK that is also used for tax purposes for tax administration.

The number format consists of two letters at the beginning, six digits and one letter at the end.

NINOs are received by persons over the age of 16 who are employed or self-employed.

The number can be obtained by persons who work and are in the UK legally or intend to work.

How to get a National Insurance Number?

It is necessary to submit an application online on the government website.

Applicants who have been granted a work visa to the UK receive a National Insurance Number automatically. As a rule, the NINO will be indicated on the BRP card.