Learn how to renew your NHIS (National Health Insurance Scheme) membership in Ghana quickly by dialing *929# on your phone for renewal.

Renewing your National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) membership in Ghana used to mean long, frustrating queues at NHIS offices. But not anymore! Now, you can do it quickly and easily from your phone, no matter where you are.

If you’ve ever wondered how to renew your NHIS membership without the stress, this guide will walk you through the entire process in a way that’s simple and easy to follow. By the end, you’ll be renewing your NHIS membership like a pro!

Why Renew Your NHIS Membership?

The NHIS gives you access to healthcare services at hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies without paying out-of-pocket for every visit. But here’s the catch: if you don’t renew your membership on time, you lose access to these benefits.

So, if you want to keep enjoying free or affordable healthcare, renewing your NHIS membership every year is a must. And the good news? You can do it right from your phone, using just a few taps.

What You Need Before Renewing

Before you start, make sure you have:

• A phone with a working AirtelTigo, MTN, or Telecel SIM card
• Enough money in your mobile money account to pay the renewal fee
• Your NHIS card number (the 8-digit number found on your NHIS membership ID, just below your date of birth)

Step-by-Step Guide to Renewing NHIS Membership on Your Phone

Follow these steps to renew your NHIS membership using your phone:

Step 1: Dial the NHIS Renewal Code

• Open your phone’s dialer and type *929#, then press the call button.

Step 2: Select ‘Renew Membership’

• You’ll see a menu on your screen with different options.
• Choose Option 2 (Renew Membership) and press send.

Step 3: Choose NHIS Card

• Next, select Option 1 (NHIS Card) when prompted.

Step 4: Enter Your NHIS Card Number

• Type in your 8-digit NHIS card number (this is on your membership ID, just below your date of birth).
• Double-check the number and enter it again to confirm.

Step 5: Make Payment

• Follow the on-screen prompts to complete payment using your MTN Mobile Money, AirtelTigo Money, or Telecel Cash.

Step 6: Confirmation

• Once payment is successful, you’ll receive an SMS confirming your renewal.

And that’s it! Your NHIS membership is now active for another year.

How Much Does NHIS Renewal Cost?

The renewal cost depends on your age and category. Here’s a breakdown:

Important Things to Know About NHIS Renewal

• Renewal is valid for one year. You’ll need to renew it every year to continue enjoying NHIS benefits.
• Renew early to avoid delays. If you renew at least one month before expiry, your coverage will remain uninterrupted.
• If your membership has expired for more than three months, renewal might take up to one month before it becomes active again.

Extra NHIS Services You Can Access with *929#

Besides renewal, the *929# short code allows you to:

• Check your NHIS policy validity (to confirm if your membership is active)
• Check NHIS medicine list (to see which medicines are covered)
• Check benefit package (to know the services covered by NHIS)

Why This Mobile Renewal System is a Game-Changer

Before this system, renewing NHIS meant traveling to an NHIS office, standing in long queues, and waiting hours just to pay a renewal fee. Now, with a simple short code, you can renew your membership in minutes—no stress, no long waits, and no transport costs.

If you haven’t renewed your NHIS yet, don’t wait until you need it for a hospital visit. Dial *929# today and renew from the comfort of your home. Stay covered, stay healthy!