The Togolese government has taken a significant step in connecting with its diaspora through the launch of a digital platform that provides access to various consular services and enables them to register with the national registry. The platform, launched on October 1, 2026, by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Robert Dussey, and the Minister of Public Service Efficiency and Digital Transformation, Cina Lawson, aims to bring the government closer to its citizens living abroad. The platform offers 16 procedures, including six consular services.
Ten of the procedures are dedicated to diplomatic institutions and users residing in Togo, and are available on the national public services portal. These services include requests for diplomatic plates and cards, airport access permits, courtesy visa certificates, and the legalization of documents intended for abroad. The platform also covers requests for admission in franchise, authorization for the sale of diplomatic vehicles, and support for investment projects carried by the diaspora.
The six other procedures are related to consular services, intended for Togolese citizens abroad and foreign nationals. These services can be accessed through a dedicated platform, where users can request the legalization and certification of documents, a consular card, or the issuance of birth and marriage certificates established abroad. The platform also allows users to request laissez-passer and authorization for the transfer of mortal remains.
The Togolese government aims to limit travel and strengthen the traceability of procedures through this digital platform, which provides a secure environment for data management. The platform enables users to submit their applications remotely and track their progress online. This move is part of the government's strategy to modernize its services and provide better support to its citizens living abroad.
Another key feature of the platform is the national registry of Togolese citizens abroad, which is managed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The registry allows the government to track its citizens according to their country of residence and consular district. This information will enable embassies and consulates to better understand their communities and adapt their services accordingly.
The launch of this digital platform is part of a broader strategy to dematerialize public procedures and bring the administration closer to users, including those living outside of Togo. The project is an extension of the modernization of the Ministry's services, which began in March 2026. The government hopes that this platform will improve the lives of Togolese citizens abroad and strengthen their connection with their home country.
The digital platform is a significant step towards improving the relationship between the Togolese government and its diaspora. With this platform, the government can provide better services to its citizens abroad, and citizens can access these services more easily. The platform is also expected to increase transparency and efficiency in the delivery of consular services.
Key points
- The Togolese government has launched a digital platform that provides access to 16 procedures, including six consular services, for its diaspora.
- The platform allows users to submit applications remotely and track their progress online, reducing the need for travel.
- The national registry of Togolese citizens abroad will enable embassies and consulates to better understand their communities and adapt their services accordingly.
