Biometric registration for electronic identity cards (e-ID) is ongoing in Greater Lomé, Togo. Since May 12, 2025, residents of the Gulf prefecture have been able to register for free to obtain their Unique Identification Number (UIN), which is central to the World Bank-supported WURI program.
Nearly 600 registration centers have been deployed across Greater Lomé to cover all municipalities. The Agoè-Nyivé prefecture has 160 sites, with key locations including Cacaveli, Adétikopé, and Zanguéra. In the Golfe prefecture, the municipalities of Bè and Aflao-Sagbado alone have over 150 centers, ensuring broad accessibility.
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Registration is free and open to everyone from the age of 5, and can be done with or without identification, provided the individual is accompanied by a registered witness. Pre-registration is also available at prerinscription.anid.gouv.tg. After registration, citizens receive their UIN and a QR code within 24 to 48 hours.
The UIN, available to all residents, aims to facilitate access to essential services such as healthcare, health insurance, and education, while also strengthening social and financial inclusion within the country.
