Unlock the Power
of Digital Identity

Empowering individuals, securing interactions, and enabling limitless opportunities

Somali’s Digital ID
Transformation

Unlocking a Digital Identity Revolution

Nationwide Registration Centers,
by Mobile MRV Vans

Protect your identity, don’t put it at risk.

Track Your Application

Now you can real-time track your application status. Simply enter your tracking number provided on token you’ll get from the center. You will get your desired results in seconds.

Identity for Everyone

Somalia, officially the Federal Republic of Somalia, is a country in the Horn of Africa. The country is bordered by Ethiopia to the west, Djibouti to the northwest, the Gulf of Aden to the north, the Indian Ocean to the east, and Kenya to the southwest. Somalia has the longest coastline on Africa’s mainland.

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About NIRA

NIRA or National Identification and Registration Authority, Somalia is strives to cover maximum population of Somalia and issue ID cards for Somalis residing in the country and outside of the country. The issuance is streamlined with a series of scrutiny processes including biometrics and verification. Certificates like Family Registration, Child registration and death certificates can be issued based on this data base.

How to Apply

NIRA has introduced “One-window operation” for obtaining identity documents, it will simplify the process by consolidating all necessary steps into a single convenient service point. This streamlines document submission, verification, and processing, reducing wait times an eliminating the need for applicants to navigate multiple government departments. This approach enhances government efficiency, saves time for citizens, and improves the overall user experience when acquiring official identification.

Visit Nearest NIRA Center
or apply through MRVs

Through a one-window operation, citizens can conveniently apply for their required documents by visiting NIRA on-site centers or utilizing the MRVS facility, submitting the necessary documents alongside their application form.

Provide Required Data
And Documents

Our centralized system will systematically verify and validate citizen data, cross-referencing the information provided by the citizen. Upon successful verification, it will authorize the production department to proceed with the printing of the required ID document.

Get ID Document

After document printing, it will be either delivered to the citizen’s provided address or they will be notified to collect it from a designated NIRA center.

50,000

Total

Registrations

Registered Male
Registered Female
Registered Children

10,000,000

Targeted

Registrations

Registered Male
Registered Female
Registered Children

National Identification And
Registration Authority

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CRVS

CRVS stands for Civil Registeration Center .Under cvrs system, the government can register the citizens vital events (Birth,marriage,death).The system provides up-to-date status reporting facilities for selected events,providing business decision models
for strategic decision making in resource allocation, hence enabling better governance.

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ID System

NIRA Somalia strives to cover maximum population of Somalia and issue ID cards for Somalis residing in the country and outside of the country. The issuance is streamlined with a series of scrutiny processes including biometrics and verification. Certificates like Family Registration, Child registration and death certificates can be issued based on this data base.

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Biometric System

NIRA Somalia provisions a biometric verification solution for processing of sale, purchase and transfer of properties. Using the system, the family members of the applicant are verified and the relevant members’ data is populated for processing. The aim of the project is to reduce forgery and eliminate illegitimate acts regarding transfer of properties

National Documents
Registration

By registering your documents with the national database, you not only establish a legal proof of ownership but also gain peace of mind knowing that your information is safely stored and accessible whenever you need it. Whether it's your birth certificate, passport, driver's license, or any other essential document, registration ensures that your records are organized, accurate, and protected against loss or damage.

Marriage Certificate

Marriage certificate will list your family

including the details of your spouse.

Birth Certificate

Birth Certificate is a document used to

Death Certificate

Death Certificate is a document used to

News & Media

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28Jan

A new registration center in Mogadishu’s

NIRA has officially opened a public registration center in Hawl-wadaag district, marking the 4th center in #Mogadishu so far. #RegisterNow and obtain your ID! — Hay’adda NIRA ayaa maanta xarigga ka jartay xarunta diiwaangalinta dadweynaha ee degmada 𝗛𝗮𝘄𝗹-𝘄𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗮𝗴.

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27Jan

NIRA officially opened a public registration center in Shingani district.

NIRA officially opened a public registration center in Shingani district. #Somali citizens who reside in this area will now be able to get their National Identity Cards. Make sure to bring the necessary documents and head to the designated point to register and obtain your

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25Jan

NIRA has launched a new center in Mogadishu’s #Wadajir district to speed up Somali ID roll-out.

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