Djibouti - Obtain National Identification (ID) Card

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Procedure

1. To obtain a national identification (ID) card, applicants will need to submit their application in person at the .
2. Submit your application together with these following documents:
   1. Identity document of both parents where one of both parents, if one parent is deceased: death certificate of the deceased parent.
   2. Four ID pictures.
   3. Original birth certificate (not older than 3 months).
   4. If you are / were married: marriage plus certificate of birth of the children if possible.
   5. Documentary evidence of citizenship if you are not Djibouti national by birth
   6. For students: school certificate or school ID.
   7. For those who are employed: proof of your employment
3. Pay the application fee.
4. It will take about 3 to 4 weeks before your card is ready for release. Keep your receipt, you will need to present it when you claim your card.

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Required Documents

• Identity document of both parents where one of both parents, if one parent is deceased: death certificate of the deceased parent.
• Four ID pictures.
• Original birth certificate (not older than 3 months).
• If you are / were married: marriage plus certificate of birth of the children if possible.
• Documentary evidence of citizenship if you are not Djibouti national by birth
• For students: school certificate or school ID.
• For those who are employed: proof of your employment

Note: In some cases, the submission of additional documents may be required.

Office Locations & Contacts

Directorate General of Population and Family
Address: Boulevard de la Rpublique de Djibouti
Tel: 21 35 45 56
Email: [email protected]

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Fees

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Validity

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Processing Time

It will take about 3 to 4 weeks before your card is ready for release. Keep your receipt, you will need to present it when you claim your card.

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Need for the Document

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External Links

http://www.lapopulation.dj/index.php/demarche-suivre

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