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World: Gaps and Needs: Improving Access to Legal Identity and Facilitating the Safe and Dignified Return for Migrants Without Proof of Identity
By International Organization for Migration at ReliefWeb
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
Countries: World, Burkina Faso, Chad, Ethiopia, Mali, Nigeria . This publication explores the challenges faced by migrants who lack proof of legal identity and the implications this has for safe, dignified and sustainable return. Drawing on case studies from Burkina Faso, Chad, Ethiopia, Mali and Ni
Key takeaway Drawing on case studies from Burkina Faso, Chad, Ethiopia, Mali and Nigeria, it analyses legal, policy and operational gaps that limit access to civil registration and identification systems.
Why this matters
The issue of migrants lacking proof of legal identity has significant implications for humanitarian relief efforts, particularly in the context of disaster response. In the event of a natural disaster or conflict, migrants without identification may face increased vulnerability and barriers to accessing essential services, including aid distribution and evacuation efforts. The report's findings on the challenges faced by migrants in Burkina Faso, Chad, Ethiopia, Mali, and Nigeria can inform the development of more effective disaster response strategies that take into account the needs of this population. Furthermore, the identified promising approaches, such as flexible verification procedures and digitalization efforts, can be applied to improve access to aid and services for migrants in crisis situations, ultimately facilitating safer and more dignified returns. By addressing the gaps in legal identity and access to civil registration, humanitarian organizations can better support the needs of migrant populations in disaster scenarios.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 1 min
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