NHIMA Return File Validator
Validate your NHIMA return file format and calculations before submission
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Upload NHIMA Return File for Validation
Download Sample File
Use this as a template for your return file
Validation Requirements
- All columns are required
- Employer ID must be provided
- SSN and National ID must be provided
- Year must be valid
- Month must be between 1-12
- Gross Pay must be greater than 0
- Employee and Employer shares must each be 1% of Gross Pay
Sample File Structure
| Column | Expected Data | Sample Data |
|---|---|---|
| A | Employer ID | 1402251636 |
| B | Year | 2025 |
| C | Month | 9 |
| D | SSN | 9112160942329 |
| E | National ID/Passport | 237110/65/2 |
| F | Surname | SIACHAAMPA |
| G | First Name | PATRICK |
| H | Other Name | |
| I | Date of Birth | 25/05/1988 |
| J | Gross Pay | 2,500.00 |
| K | Employee Share (1%) | 25.00 |
| L | Employer Share (1%) | 25.00 |