September 30 deadline to register for voters’ list

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Electoral Office of Jamaica (EOJ) has issued a crucial reminder to the public regarding the upcoming deadline for voter registration. Eligible individuals must submit their applications by Tuesday, September 30, 2025, to be included in the updated voters’ list, which will be published on November 30, 2025. Applications received after this date will be processed for the subsequent list scheduled for May 31, 2026. The EOJ emphasizes that individuals already registered should refrain from reapplying. To register, applicants must visit any EOJ constituency office in person during specified hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm from Monday to Thursday and 8:30 am to 3:30 pm on Fridays. Applicants are advised to wear dark-colored clothing to facilitate the photograph-taking process. Following the in-office application, a residence verification team will visit the provided address to finalize the registration. The process is free of charge. Eligibility criteria require applicants to be at least 18 years old and either Jamaican citizens or Commonwealth citizens who have resided in Jamaica for at least 12 consecutive months prior to registration. Commonwealth citizens must present relevant documentation during the application process. The voters’ list is updated and published biannually on May 31 and November 30, ensuring the accuracy and inclusivity of Jamaica’s electoral system.