Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to check or renew your NHIS (National Health Insurance Scheme) membership in Ghana using your mobile phone.
📱 USSD Code for NHIS Renewal & Status Check
The official USSD code is:
*929#
🔄 How to Check or Renew Your NHIS via USSD
✅ Step-by-Step Process
🔹 Step 1: Dial the USSD Code
•On your phone, dial *929#
•Press Call/Send
🔹 Step 2: Select the NHIS Option
•You’ll see a menu. Choose:
•1 – NHIS (for NHIS services)
🔹 Step 3: Choose the Service You Want
You’ll get options like:
•1 – Renew Membership
•2 – Link NHIS to Ghana Card
•3 – Check Validity
•4 – My Details
🔹 Step 4: If You Want to Check Your NHIS Status
•Choose 3 – Check Validity
•Enter your NHIS card number
•You’ll receive a message showing your membership status and expiry date.
🔹 Step 5: If You Want to Renew Your NHIS
•Choose 1 – Renew Membership
•Enter your NHIS number
•Follow the prompts to pay via Mobile Money (MTN, Vodafone, AirtelTigo)
🔹 Step 6: Confirm and Complete Payment
•After successful payment, you’ll get a confirmation message.
•Your NHIS card will be renewed immediately.
💳 Renewal Fees (as of recent updates)
•Children (under 18): GHS 6 – 8
•Adults: GHS 25 – 30
•Pregnant women: Free (with registration)
•SSNIT contributors: Free (but must link SSNIT to NHIS)
Note: Fees may vary slightly depending on the district or age group.
🆔 How to Link Your Ghana Card to NHIS
Still using *929#:
•Select Option 2 – Link NHIS to Ghana Card
•Enter your Ghana Card number
•Enter your NHIS number
•Confirm and submit
🧾 Tips:
•Always keep your NHIS card number and Ghana Card handy.
•Make sure your Mobile Money wallet has enough balance before renewal.
•If you face issues, visit the nearest NHIS office.