Immigration and Citizenship Service

Description

The Immigration and Citizenship Service (ICS) is a federal government institution responsible for managing immigration, nationality, and vital civil registration services in Ethiopia. Roles and Responsibilities: 1. Passport and Travel Documents: -Issue passports and other travel documents -Control entry and exit at border points 2. Visa and Immigration Services: -Process visas (tourist, business, work, etc.) -Manage residence permits and foreign nationals 3. Citizenship and Nationality: -Grant, verify, and regulate Ethiopian citizenship -Handle nationality-related legal matters 4. Civil Registration: -Register vital events: Birth, Marriage, and Death 5. Border Control and Security: -Monitor and regulate migration flows -Prevent illegal migration and trafficking