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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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September 17 2025

    Hay'adda NIRA oo ka Qayb-gashay Bandhigga Waxqabadka Xukuumadda Dan Qaran

    iyo Bandhigga Waxqabadka 2022–2025, iyada oo madasha ku soo bandhigtay ...

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    September 17 2025

      NIRA Showcases National ID Achievements at the Dan Qaran Government’s Third Anniversary Event

      Dan Qaran Third Anniversary celebrations and the 2022–2025 Performance Exhibition,

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      August 25 2025

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