Election calendar
Official dates published by the CEP. The CEP has announced an updated calendar: these dates may change.
Voter registration
OngoingDate not set
The CEP says registration continues at Registration and Voting Centres (CIV).
CEP, note du 5 octobre 2026Candidate registration
OngoingAugust 20, 2026 – October 31, 2026In 10 days
Online registration and filing of documents extended to 31 October 2026.
CEP, note du 5 octobre 2026Election campaign
PostponedDate not set
Postponed. The CEP will announce new dates in an updated calendar.
CEP, note du 5 octobre 2026First round
PlannedDecember 13, 2026In 53 days
Presidential, legislative and ratification of constitutional changes. Date may change.
CEP, note du 27 juillet 2026Second round and local elections
PlannedFebruary 21, 2027In 123 days
Presidential and legislative runoff, plus local government (mayors, CASEC, ASEC). Date may change.
CEP, note du 27 juillet 2026