The Federal Government of Somalia, as a signatory to the 1951 Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees and its 1967 Protocol, has incorporated provisions within its domestic framework to facilitate the issuance of Convention Travel Documents (CTDs) for recognized refugees residing within its territory. These travel documents serve as an essential alternative to national passports, enabling refugees to travel internationally for purposes such as education, employment, family reunification, or urgent humanitarian needs, particularly when they cannot safely return to their country of origin or access consular services.

The process for obtaining a CTD in Somalia involves a formal application submitted to the relevant governmental authorities, often through the National Commission for Refugees and IDPs (NCRI), in coordination with the Ministry of Interior. Refugees must provide supporting documentation that confirms their legal refugee status, typically including their refugee identity card, registration details, and a justification for international travel. The application is reviewed by government officials in accordance with domestic regulations and international obligations, and if approved, a CTD is issued in line with the format and standards outlined by the 1951 Refugee Convention.