By Ferdinand Patinio
MANILA – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Saturday said political parties have more than a month to file their petition for registration for the May 2028 National and Local Elections (NLE).
“The Commission on Elections (Comelec) reminds all concerned political parties, coalitions, and party-list groups that the deadline for filing applications and required documents for the 2028 National and Local Elections (NLE) is on December 18, 2026,” it said in a social media post.
Accepted during the filing period are: Petition for Registration of Political Parties, Petition for Registration of Party-list Groups and Political Parties under the Party-list System and Manifestation of Intent to Participate in the 2028 National and Local Elections.
“Don’t wait until the last minute! Ensure that all required documents are prepared and submitted within the prescribed period,” the Comelec said.
Petitions may be filed at the Office of the Clerk of the Commission (OCOC) or via email clerkofthecommission@comelec.gov.ph, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (excluding holidays). (PNA)
(Infographic from Comelec)
