No more queues. No more chasing paper forms. In 2025, registering for Ghana’s National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) is as easy as downloading an app and verifying your Ghana Card. Whether you're signing up for yourself, your child, or a friend, this guide walks you through everything you need to know—step by step.
📱 What Is the MyNHIS App?
The MyNHIS app is the official mobile platform for Ghana’s National Health Insurance Scheme. It lets you:
- Register or renew your NHIS membership
- Link your NHIS to your Ghana Card
- Register someone else (child, sibling, friend)
- Access benefits, medicine lists, and FAQs
- Download official NHIS documents (PDFs)
Available on Android and iPhone:
🚀 Step-by-Step: How to Register for NHIS Using the App
1. Open the App
You’ll see two options:
- Sign up as a new user
- Log in as an existing user
If you’re new, tap Sign Up.
2. Enter Your Basic Info
- Type your surname and first names
- Enter your mobile number
- Optionally add your email address
- Tap Submit and verify the OTP sent to your phone
3. Create Your Profile (Mandatory Step)
This unlocks all other features.
You’ll need:
- Your Ghana Card number
- Your full name (as it appears on the card)
- Your date of birth
Once submitted:
- If you already have NHIS, your digital card will pop up
- If not, you’ll be guided through the registration process
4. Complete Your NHIS Registration
Follow the prompts to:
- Select your district office
- Upload a passport photo (optional but helpful)
- Pay the registration fee via MoMo or card (₵30–₵60 depending on category)
Once approved, your digital NHIS card appears in the app—ready to use at hospitals and clinics.
👨👩👧👦 Registering Someone Else
You can register:
- Your child
- A sibling
- A friend or dependent
Just go to the “Register Another Person” section and follow the same steps using their Ghana Card.
🔄 How to Renew NHIS
Renewals are simple:
- Tap “Renew Membership” in the app
- Confirm your details
- Pay the renewal fee via MoMo or card
- Your card updates instantly
You can also dial *929# on any network for USSD renewal.
📚 Explore the Info Section
The app’s Info tab is packed with useful resources:
- 📘 Membership Handbook
- 💊 NHIS Medicine List
- 🏥 Benefits Package
- 📍 NHIS Office Locations
- ❓ FAQs and Help Guides
Each item links to a downloadable PDF—great for offline reading or sharing.
📲 Bonus Features
- Link your NHIS to your Ghana Card for faster verification
- Contact NHIS support directly from the app
- Follow NHIS on social media for updates and health tips
🧠 Pro Tips
- Use your Ghana Card name exactly—no nicknames or typos
- Make sure your MoMo wallet has enough balance before starting
- Save your NHIS number and PIN securely
- You can register multiple people from one phone
- If the app crashes, wait 10 minutes and try again—servers may be busy
❌ What to Avoid
- Don’t use someone else’s Ghana Card—it won’t work
- Avoid agents who charge extra for “fast-track” NHIS
- Don’t skip renewal—expired NHIS means no coverage
- Only download the app from official stores