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Days 1–3: Land Safe
- 1.Arrive at Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu — immigration is managed by the Federal Government of Somalia
- 2.Get a Hormuud Telecom or Somtel SIM card — Mogadishu vendors are widely available; prepaid SIMs require minimal documentation
Days 4–7: Get Connected
- 3.Contact family networks and clan connections immediately — clan-based networks are the primary support and safety system in Somalia
- 4.Visit the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) to obtain a Somali national ID if available in your area
Week 2: Documents & Stability
- 5.Set up EVC Plus (Hormuud) or ZAAD mobile money for receiving remittances — these are the dominant financial systems in Somalia
- 6.Contact the IOM (International Organization for Migration) Somalia for deportee reintegration programs and transitional support
Week 3–4: Start Rebuilding
- 7.Connect with local elders and clan leaders for housing assistance — formal rental markets are limited outside Mogadishu
- 8.Seek UNHCR Somalia or local NGO support if you face protection concerns upon return
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