Key date to check with the Registry if designated as a poll worker in presidential elections
With the upcoming 2026 presidential elections on Sunday, May 31st, Colombia is preparing for one of its most crucial democratic events.
TL;DR
- Colombia's 2026 presidential elections are scheduled for May 31st.
- Poll workers are essential for ensuring the transparency and legality of the vote count.
- Citizens can check if they have been selected as poll workers starting May 7th.
- Failing to serve as a poll worker can result in fines of up to 10 minimum monthly legal wages (approximately $17.5 million COP) or dismissal from public office.
- Selected poll workers must report to their assigned station by 7:00 a.m. on election day.
- Benefits for poll workers include one paid day off within 30 days of the election and preferential access to certain public services.
- It is the citizen's responsibility to verify their selection through the official website or the Infovotantes app.