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

If you have misplaced your original letter sent from HMRC with your National Insurance Number, you can request they send another copy for your records to the address they have on file. You will have to prove your identity before they can do this.

Alternatively, you can find your National Insurance Number on things like, your payslips, letters from HMRC about benefits or through the HMRC app.

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

What is a National Insurance number appointment?

Can I collect my National Insurance number in person?

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?