Voter registration opens for 2026 local government elections

Voter registration for the 2026 Local Government Elections has officially begun, marking a key step towards restoring municipal polls in Fiji.

The Fijian Elections Office (FEO) launched registration today, with Electoral Commission Chairperson Justice Usaia Ratuvili becoming the first to register at the Voter Services Centre at the Suva Civic Centre.

Justice Ratuvili urged eligible residents in towns, municipalities and cities to register and take part in the elections, noting that local government polls had not been held for some time.

“On behalf of the Electoral Commission and the Fijian Elections Office, we welcome everyone. If you are staying in a town, municipality or city, please come and get registered for the Local Government Elections. We haven’t had Local Government Elections for a long time, if you want your voice to be heard, I encourage you to please come and register,” he said.

To register and vote, individuals must be listed on the National Register of Voters and have lived in a ward for at least three months.

The FEO said registration services are currently available in Suva, Nasinu, Lautoka, Nadi and Labasa, with expansion to Nausori, Lami, Sigatoka and Ba from April 15.

By April 20, centres will also open in Levuka, Savusavu, Tavua and Rakiraki, completing coverage across all 13 municipalities.

Voters are reminded to bring their voter card or valid identification when registering.