The Independent High Electoral Commission has confirmed that biometric registration is still open in 1,079 registration centers. Meanwhile, the commission is considering replacing the voter card with the national ID card in future elections. Additionally, it has set a timeline for updating the voter registry.
Spokesperson Jumana Al-Ghalai stated, “The commission continues preparations for the upcoming parliamentary elections.” She emphasized that biometric registration is ongoing, but the voter registry update phase has not yet started. That step is part of a specific stage in the electoral process.
The biometric registration remains open across 1,079 designated centers. Voters can visit the nearest center to register if they have not previously done so. This also applies to new voters born in 2007. The commission’s board has approved the voter registry update system and will soon approve the related procedures. Once finalized, the commission will announce the start date for updating the voter registry. At that stage, modifications such as additions, deletions, and other necessary updates will take place.
Regarding the proposal to use the national ID card instead of the voter card, Al-Ghalai explained that discussions are ongoing. The commission has held several meetings on this matter. One key discussion involved the prime minister’s directive suggesting the use of the national ID card as the official voting document. A specialized government committee has been formed to study this proposal. Meetings and deliberations are continuing to assess the feasibility of this transition.
The biometric registration remains open, and the commission urges all eligible voters to complete their registration. The upcoming changes, including potential reliance on the national ID card, will be decided through further evaluation and discussion. Meanwhile, preparations for the parliamentary elections continue as the commission works toward a transparent and organized electoral process.
