Today Marks Re-registration Deadline for Parliamentary Elections

The Elections Commission of the Maldives (ECM) has announced that today at 3:00 PM is the deadline for individuals intending to change their designated voting locations to re-register for the upcoming parliamentary elections.

Eligible individuals are encouraged to utilise the online re-registration portal provided by the ECM at https://form.elections.gov.mv

This opportunity is particularly relevant for voters whose current addresses have changed since the last presidential elections, as it allows them to update their registration details in preparation for the upcoming parliamentary elections.

Notable categories of individuals encouraged to re-register include resort employees, residents of industrial areas, persons residing abroad, and inmates.

To verify their registered voting location, individuals can access information through the ECM’s website or by sending an SMS to 1414, typing ‘VR (Space) ID card number’.

ECM has revealed that the online registration process has new features for added convienience, including the acceptance of non-PDF format photos and the inclusion of re-registration through eFaas, addressing previous challenges with obtaining OTP.

During the online re-registration process, applicants will be required to submit a copy of an official document confirming their voter identity. Those applying through eFaas with a verified account need not submit additional photographs.

A total of 608 polling stations will be established for the parliamentary elections scheduled for  April 21. Voters seeking information about their designated ballot box can do so by contacting the Election Commission hotline at 1414 or by sending an SMS with their ID card number to 1414.