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ICS - Ethiopia
The Director General of the Immigration and Citizenship Service, Her Excellency Selamawit Dawit, received and held discussions with the Director of the UK Border Force at her office
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Addis Ababa, March 12, 2026: Honorable Selamawit Dawit, Director General of the Immigration and Citizenship Service (ICS), received a delegation led by Victoria Pullen, Director of the UK Border Force, at her office. The two parties held discussions on areas where the two countries can establish broad cooperation. During the meeting, the two nations agreed
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Strategic plans are of great value for complete transformation – Bikila Mezgebu, Deputy Director General of the Immigration and Citizenship Service
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Adama, March 11, 2026 (Ethiopian Calendar: Megabit 02, 2018) Training focused on the digitalization of family and civil registration is currently underway in Adama. Mr. Bikila Mezgebu, Deputy Director General and Head of the Citizenship Sector, who attended and evaluated the session, stated that digitalizing family and civil registration is a foundational step for the
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On the occasion of Women’s Day, full services are being provided exclusively by women at the head office
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Addis Ababa, March 9, 2026 – The Immigration and Citizenship Service (ICS) is celebrating International Women’s Day under the theme: “50 Years of Women’s Voice for Equality and a Prosperous Ethiopia.” To mark the occasion and demonstrate the executive capacity of women, services for foreign nationals, foreign registration and monitoring, and VIP passport services are
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The holistic participation of women is helpful for the national journey of reform.” — Honorable Ms. Selamawit Dawit, Director General of the Immigration and Citizenship Service.
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Hawassa, March 1, 2026 (Yekatit 22, 2018 E.C.) — In celebration of International Women’s Day (March 8), a training workshop is being conducted in Hawassa city. The program aims to strengthen women’s holistic participation across all sectors and empower them to fulfill their roles in nation-building with excellence and dedication. Opening the session, the Director
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discussion aimed at coordinately managing civil and family registration was held in Hawassa
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Hawassa, February 21, 2018 A delegation from the Immigration and Citizenship Service (ICS) held a discussion with the President of the Sidama Region, H.E. Mr. Desta Ledamo, regarding operational and system-building initiatives related to civil and family registration. H.E. Selamawit Dawit, Director General of the Immigration and Citizenship Service, emphasized that guiding the civil and
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“Her Excellency Mrs. Selamawit Dawit held discussions with the Ambassador of Canada
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Addis Ababa, February 25, 2026 – Her Excellency Ms. Selamawit Dawit, Director General of the Immigration and Citizenship Service, received and held discussions with H.E. Nicholas Simard, Canada’s Ambassador to Ethiopia, at her office. During the meeting, it was noted that the two countries will work to strengthen their mutual cooperation regarding migration and returnees,
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Ethiopia Revolutionizes Passport Services
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The Ethiopian Immigration and Citizenship Service (ICS) has officially transitioned to a modern E-Passport system, marking a significant overhaul in how the nation handles travel documents. The new initiative aims to eliminate long-standing delays and provide a more secure, technology-driven experience for citizens.
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Ethiopia Overhauls Immigration Services at Bole Airport Ahead of African Union Summit
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In preparation for the 39th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia’s Immigration and Citizenship Service has implemented major reforms at Bole International Airport to streamline travel and border security. The initiatives focus on modernization, technological integration, and enhancing the passenger experience.
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The Immigration and Citizenship Service has begun providing training for 201 of its employees at the National Security University
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Addis Ababa: January 27, 2026 (Converted from Tahsas 19, 2018 E.C.) The Immigration and Citizenship Service (ICS) has launched a comprehensive training program for 201 employees at the National Security University. The curriculum covers diplomacy, international relations, information security, customer service, migration laws, and various other professional topics. Key Highlights from the Opening Ceremony During
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Consumers’ Association pledged support for the comprehensive reforms being undertaken by the Immigration and Citizenship Service
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January 25, 2026: Addis Ababa The Immigration Employees’ Consumers Cooperative Society celebrated its 2nd year, 4th regular general assembly in a grand ceremony. Her Excellency Mrs. Selamawit Dawit, Director General of the Immigration and Citizenship Service (ICS), noted that despite its short history, the cooperative has gone beyond supporting the socio-economic capacity of employees to
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