COMELEC Guide to Voter's Registration Reactivation

Voting is a fundamental right and a civic duty, and ensuring your active voter's registration is crucial. If you find that your COMELEC registration has been deactivated for any reason, here's a step-by-step guide on how to reactivate it.

Reasons for Deactivation

Your COMELEC registration may be deactivated due to various reasons, including:

Imprisonment for at least one year
Conviction of crimes against the duly constituted government (e.g., rebellion, coup d'etat, inciting to sedition)
Declaration of insanity or incompetence by authority
Failure to vote in two successive preceding regular elections (e.g., National elections in 2022 and barangay elections in 2023)
Loss of Filipino citizenship
Exclusion by a court order

Confirming Deactivation

To confirm if your COMELEC registration is deactivated, follow these steps:

Send an E-mail: Reach out to voters_id@comelec.gov.ph with your complete name (including middle name), date of birth, address, date of registration, and contact number.

Call COMELEC's IT Department: Contact COMELEC's Information Technology Department at 8527-9365 or 8526-7769 for assistance.

Visit the Election Officer: Inquire with the Office of the Election Officer in your district, city, or municipality for information on your registration status.

Use COMELEC's Precinct Finder: Once online, log on to COMELEC's Precinct Finder on their website to check your registration status.

Reactivating Your COMELEC Registration Online

If you discover that your registration is deactivated, follow these steps to reactivate it:

Fill out CEF-1 Form: Go to the COMELEC website and fill out the CEF-1 form. Print a copy for your records.

Scan Documentary Requirements: Scan the filled-out CEF-1 form along with documentary requirements such as a valid ID and supplementary data form for special cases (senior citizens, persons with disabilities, persons deprived of liberty).

Email Documents: Send the scanned documents to the official email address of your city's or municipality's Election Officer (check COMELEC's website for the specific email addresses).

Wait for Confirmation: Expect confirmation through the mobile number or email address you provided. This confirmation will indicate the success of your reactivation.

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By following these steps, you can successfully reactivate your COMELEC registration, ensuring that your voice is heard in the upcoming elections. Remember, participating in the democratic process is a responsibility that contributes to the nation's progress.