Fana Media Corporation has outlined the information required for voter registration in Ethiopia. This guide details various verification documents and special circumstances. It aims to ensure a smooth registration process for voters.
Fana Media Corporation has detailed the requirements for voter registration ahead of Ethiopia's upcoming elections in 2026. The primary verification is an identity card or passport that proves the individual's identity. Even expired documents can be used, though additional proof is required if expiration exceeds five years.
If an identity card or passport cannot be provided, alternatives include a recent photograph, residence certificate, birth certificate, school ID, work ID, or similar documents. For special cases, such as non-residents, testimony from election officials or traditional community identification methods are accepted. Voters aged 18 and above may have family members or guardians provide affidavits if direct proof is unavailable.
Witnesses providing testimony must be registered voters and not candidates or their representatives. The polling station head hears the testimony, and officials verify it during a meeting. For long-term residents in the kebele, testimony from three documented individuals may suffice. If one verification is insufficient, multiple sources can be combined to confirm identity and residency.
