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Mogadishu Launches Administrative Overhaul with National ID Integration

By Abdiqani Abdullahi
Last updated: August 7, 2025
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MOGADISHU – Somali government agencies have embarked on a significant administrative modernization effort, mandating the use of the National ID Card for both passport applications and domestic travel. The move follows a crucial meeting in Mogadishu between the Somali Immigration and Citizenship Agency (ICA) and the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA), aimed at harmonizing state services and strengthening citizen data management.

The high-level gathering was presided over by the Minister of Internal Security, Abdullahi Sheikh Ismael (Fartaag), and included a diverse group of key officials. Among the attendees were the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ali Mohamed Omar (Ali Balcad), the Director of NIRA, Abdiwali Ali Abdulle (Tima-cadde), and the Director General of the ICA, Mustaf Dhuxuloow. The presence of senior officials from both agencies highlights the government’s commitment to a coordinated approach to public service reform.

The primary objectives of the meeting centered on several key areas of administrative reform. Officials discussed the implementation of the National ID Card as a prerequisite for passport issuance, a measure designed to expedite the international recognition of the Somali passport. Furthermore, they focused on securing and standardizing citizen information, reinforcing the seamless integration of data-sharing systems between the ICA and NIRA, and establishing a sustained, collaborative framework for the two institutions.

A pivotal outcome of the deliberations was the formalization of two major policy shifts with specific implementation timelines. Beginning September 1, 2025, all individuals applying for a new Somali passport will be required to present a valid National ID Card. This new requirement is intended to bolster the security and reliability of applicant data, ensuring a robust and verifiable system for citizenship confirmation.

Looking further ahead, officials also announced that as of January 1, 2026, the National ID Card will become mandatory for all domestic travel within Somalia. This measure is a major step toward creating a comprehensive and trustworthy national database, which will be essential for enhancing internal security and improving the overall integrity of personal data for all citizens.

The collaborative work between the ICA and NIRA in recent months has focused on aligning government services to provide citizens with easier access to their constitutional rights. These joint initiatives are part of a broader government push to unify national databases, strengthen data security, and promote transparency and efficiency in public services. These coordinated actions are expected to pave the way for a more streamlined, secure, and modern administrative system for the nation.

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