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Ethiopian Airlines and National ID Program Partner to Streamline Domestic Travel

In a groundbreaking move toward modernization and efficiency, Ethiopian Airlines and the Ethiopian National ID Program (NIDP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to integrate their systems, introducing the Fayda ID as an official travel document for domestic flights. This partnership signals a significant leap forward in the Ethiopian travel industry, promising to enhance the experience for passengers while optimizing the airline’s operational processes.

With this integration, Ethiopian Airlines will implement biometric passenger processing, enabling travelers to use their Fayda IDs not only as identification but as a key for booking, security checks, and boarding. By merging biometric data and travel information, the initiative aims to cut down on wait times, eliminate cumbersome paperwork, and create a seamless journey for passengers from start to finish.

“This collaboration represents our commitment to elevating the travel experience for our customers,” said a representative from Ethiopian Airlines. “With the National ID Program, we are transforming the way people travel within Ethiopia, making it easier, faster, and more secure.”

The Ethiopian government launched the Fayda ID program with a vision of creating a single, unified identification system. It has since become an essential part of everyday life in Ethiopia, serving as an official identity document for various services, including healthcare, banking, and now, domestic air travel. Integrating Fayda ID with Ethiopian Airlines’ processes underscores the program’s potential to streamline services and enhance digital access across the country.

Biometric processing is already used in many airports worldwide, allowing airlines and airports to verify a passenger’s identity quickly, ensuring a secure and efficient travel experience. Ethiopian Airlines is now bringing this technology to domestic flights, where it is expected to drastically reduce check-in and boarding times while maintaining high levels of security.

Travelers can look forward to this system in the near future, and Ethiopian Airlines encourages everyone to get their Fayda IDs to benefit from the upcoming improvements. This collaboration represents a forward-thinking approach to travel, providing Ethiopian passengers with a taste of the airline industry’s future.

Stay tuned for updates on when and how this new system will roll out, with Ethiopian Airlines and the National ID Program paving the way for a faster, more connected travel experience in Ethiopia.

Fayda ID, designed to give all Ethiopian residents a unique 12-digit identification number, is a pioneering national initiative aimed at providing a "one person, one identity" approach to digital identification. Overseen by the Prime Minister’s Office, the Fayda program is committed to inclusivity and digital transformation, targeting the registration of over 90 million Ethiopian residents by 2028. It emphasizes equitable access by enrolling citizens regardless of socio-economic or geographic barriers. According to NIDP, Fayda ID facilitates trusted transactions, enhances accountability in public services, and supports transparency in socio-economic policies​.

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Habtamu Alemu

Habtamu Alemu is a seasoned journalist and the editor-in-chief of Ethio Eyewitness News.

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