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NIRA

The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) is Somalia’s key government body responsible for establishing and maintaining the country's comprehensive national identification system. Established under the Identification and Registration Act (Law No. 009 of March 2023), NIRA is entrusted with the task of providing every citizen and legal resident with a secure, verifiable identity through the issuance of a unique National Identification Number (NIN), also known as 'Tirsi Aqoonsi' in Somali.

Enhancing Identity Management in Somalia

NIRA ensures comprehensive verification, registration, and identification of individuals, fostering a secure and reliable identity infrastructure for citizens and legal residents within and outside Somalia.

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Verification

NIRA verifies the national IDs of all individuals registered both inside and outside of Somalia

  • National ID Card
  • Residence Identity Card

Verification

NIRA verifies the national IDs of all individuals registered both inside and outside of Somalia

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Registration

Registration

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Registration

NIRA manages a secure, reliable identity database for all citizens and legal residents in Somalia.

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Identification

NIRA monitors the national ID records of all registered individuals, both domestically and abroad.

  • Fingerprint
  • Face recognition

Identification

NIRA monitors the national ID records of all registered individuals, both domestically and abroad.

The Steps of

How to Apply

step 01

Applicants submit their application, starting the process of issuing credentials.

step 02

Necessary data is collected from the submitted application to ensure all required information is available.

step 03

The collected data is thoroughly reviewed for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with requirements.

step 04

Upon successful review, the credentials are issued to the applicant, completing the process.

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November 27 2024

    NIRA Engages Microfinance Companies on National ID Integration

    NIRA oo Kulan Wadatashi La Yeelatay Nootaayooyinka Dalka ....

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    November 05 2024

      NIRA and Ministry of Education Launch Joint Initiative to Integrate National ID System with Educational Services

      War-murtiyeedka Munaasabadda Isku-xirka Aqoonsiga Qaranka iyo Adeegyada Wasaaradda Waxbarashada, ...

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      October 17 2024

        NIRA and Central Bank of Somalia Sign MoU to Strengthen Financial Services through National ID Integration

        Hay’adda NIRA iyo Bankiga Dhexe ee Soomaaliya oo Kala Saxiixday Is-afgarad Iskaashi ah..

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