The Electoral Office of Dominica has officially declared the resumption of voter registration activities effective March 9, 2026, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s electoral modernization efforts. This development follows the successful implementation of the Registration of Electors Act, 2025, which mandated a comprehensive overhaul of the electoral infrastructure.
The temporary suspension of registration services, initially implemented in 2025, was necessary to facilitate the transition to an advanced computerized system and align procedures with updated eligibility criteria established by the new legislation. The Act further stipulated that all existing voters must formally confirm their registration status, requiring the Electoral Commission to announce a designated confirmation period within one month of the law’s enactment.
In accordance with these legal requirements, the Electoral Office implemented a phased approach, prioritizing the voter confirmation process that launched in October 2025 as the initial phase of implementation. During this transitional period, the Office was legally prohibited from processing registrations through previous mechanisms or utilizing outdated forms, necessitating the development of a completely new system for generating legislatively-compliant voter identification numbers.
The newly deployed registration system represents a technological leap forward, featuring sophisticated software architecture, a high-tech registration platform, and comprehensively trained personnel. Specially appointed registering officers and their assistants will utilize computerized devices capable of direct data entry, document scanning, and photographic capture of applicants, significantly streamlining the registration process while enhancing security and accuracy.
The Electoral Office has confirmed full operational readiness for this second phase implementation, ensuring compliance with all legislative deadlines while modernizing the democratic infrastructure of the Commonwealth of Dominica.