How long does it take to get a National Insurance Number?

The process of obtaining your National insurance number can vary. If your ID is not clear on your online application you could be asked to attend an in person appointment to verify your identity. Typically the process of getting your national insurance number can take anywhere from 10 days to 4 weeks and is also reliant on Royal Mail delivery.

What is a National Insurance number appointment?

Can I collect my National Insurance number in person?

I can’t find my National Insurance Number, how do I access it?

I have a British Passport, do I need to still apply for a National Insurance Number?

What’s the difference between a National Insurance Number and a Right to Work code?

What benefits, rights or entitlements does having a National Insurance give me?