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The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) has officially resumed its nationwide voter registration drive, giving millions of Filipinos the opportunity to secure their right to vote in the upcoming Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Elections scheduled for November 2, 2026.



This crucial period, which runs from October 20, 2025, to May 18, 2026 (unless a new schedule is issued by the Commission), is vital for first-time voters, those who need to reactivate their status, and citizens seeking to update their records.

Registration will be conducted in all local Offices of the Election Officer (OEO) across the country from Mondays to Saturdays, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, including satellite registration sites announced by local COMELEC offices.


GET A FORM AND REGISTER HERE!


Essential Services Available Nationwide

All eligible Filipino citizens are encouraged to visit their local COMELEC office to avail of the following services:

  • Application for New Registration (First-time Regular and SK Voters)

  • Application for Reactivation of Registration Records

  • Application for Transfer of Registration Records (from one city/municipality to another, or within the same city/municipality)

  • Application for Change of Name/Correction of Entries in the Registration Record

  • Application for Inclusion of Registration Records and Reinstatement of Name in the List of Voters

  • Updating of Records for Persons with Disabilities (PWD), Senior Citizens, and members of Indigenous People (IP)/Indigenous Cultural Communities (ICC)



Application for Transfer from Foreign Service Post to Local


Note on the Register Anywhere Program (RAP): The COMELEC's Register Anywhere Program (RAP), which allows applicants to register outside their place of residence, will be available only until April 24, 2026.


What to Bring: Requirements for Regular Voter Registration
To facilitate a smooth registration process, applicants must submit one (1) photocopy of any valid, photo-bearing government-issued ID that includes their signature and current residential address.


Accepted Valid Identification Documents:





Student's ID or Library Card


Land Transportation Office (LTO) Driver's License or Student Permit

National Bureau of Investigation NBI Clearance


SSS/GSIS or other Unified Multi-Purpose ID

Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) ID

Professional Regulatory Commission (PRC) License

Certificate of Confirmation from the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) for ICC/IP members

Other government-issued valid IDs




Crucial Document Guidelines


Proof of Address: For valid IDs that do not contain the applicant's address, a supporting document like a Proof of Billing (electric bill, water bill, internet bill, etc.) should be provided.

Originals Required: Applicants must present the original and submit one photocopy of their documents.

Non-Accepted IDs: The COMELEC will NOT accept Barangay Identification/Certification/Clearance, Community Tax Certificates (Cedula), and Police Clearance.


Special Requirements for SK Voters (Ages 15-17)

Filipino youth intending to vote in the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Elections must be at least 15 years old but less than 18 years old on Election Day, which means they must have been born on or before November 2, 2011. They should bring:

A. Valid IDs: (Any from the accepted list above, but common IDs for minors include)

  • PhilSys National Identification ID
  • PWD ID
  • Student's ID or Library Card
  • Philippine Passport


B. Birth Certificate

The Commission emphasizes the need for all eligible citizens to register early to avoid the rush. Do your part, register now, and ensure your voice is heard in the 2026 Barangay and SK Elections!

COMELEC Kicks Off Voter Registration for 2026 Barangay and SK Elections


The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) has officially resumed its nationwide voter registration drive, giving millions of Filipinos the opportunity to secure their right to vote in the upcoming Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Elections scheduled for November 2, 2026.



This crucial period, which runs from October 20, 2025, to May 18, 2026 (unless a new schedule is issued by the Commission), is vital for first-time voters, those who need to reactivate their status, and citizens seeking to update their records.

Registration will be conducted in all local Offices of the Election Officer (OEO) across the country from Mondays to Saturdays, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, including satellite registration sites announced by local COMELEC offices.


GET A FORM AND REGISTER HERE!


Essential Services Available Nationwide

All eligible Filipino citizens are encouraged to visit their local COMELEC office to avail of the following services:

  • Application for New Registration (First-time Regular and SK Voters)

  • Application for Reactivation of Registration Records

  • Application for Transfer of Registration Records (from one city/municipality to another, or within the same city/municipality)

  • Application for Change of Name/Correction of Entries in the Registration Record

  • Application for Inclusion of Registration Records and Reinstatement of Name in the List of Voters

  • Updating of Records for Persons with Disabilities (PWD), Senior Citizens, and members of Indigenous People (IP)/Indigenous Cultural Communities (ICC)



Application for Transfer from Foreign Service Post to Local


Note on the Register Anywhere Program (RAP): The COMELEC's Register Anywhere Program (RAP), which allows applicants to register outside their place of residence, will be available only until April 24, 2026.


What to Bring: Requirements for Regular Voter Registration
To facilitate a smooth registration process, applicants must submit one (1) photocopy of any valid, photo-bearing government-issued ID that includes their signature and current residential address.


Accepted Valid Identification Documents:





Student's ID or Library Card


Land Transportation Office (LTO) Driver's License or Student Permit

National Bureau of Investigation NBI Clearance


SSS/GSIS or other Unified Multi-Purpose ID

Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) ID

Professional Regulatory Commission (PRC) License

Certificate of Confirmation from the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) for ICC/IP members

Other government-issued valid IDs




Crucial Document Guidelines


Proof of Address: For valid IDs that do not contain the applicant's address, a supporting document like a Proof of Billing (electric bill, water bill, internet bill, etc.) should be provided.

Originals Required: Applicants must present the original and submit one photocopy of their documents.

Non-Accepted IDs: The COMELEC will NOT accept Barangay Identification/Certification/Clearance, Community Tax Certificates (Cedula), and Police Clearance.


Special Requirements for SK Voters (Ages 15-17)

Filipino youth intending to vote in the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Elections must be at least 15 years old but less than 18 years old on Election Day, which means they must have been born on or before November 2, 2011. They should bring:

A. Valid IDs: (Any from the accepted list above, but common IDs for minors include)

  • PhilSys National Identification ID
  • PWD ID
  • Student's ID or Library Card
  • Philippine Passport


B. Birth Certificate

The Commission emphasizes the need for all eligible citizens to register early to avoid the rush. Do your part, register now, and ensure your voice is heard in the 2026 Barangay and SK Elections!

Comelec Voters Registration

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