Election Watcher List Submission for OFW Voting Ends April 1
The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi reminds all qualified political parties, accredited organizations, and OFW groups to submit their official list of election watchers for the upcoming 2025 National Elections. The submission deadline is April 1, 2025, and all lists must be sent via email following COMELEC’s guidelines under Resolution No. 11061.
Who Can Submit Watchers?
Submission is open to:
- Registered political parties or coalitions
- Accredited party-list groups
- Accredited citizens’ arms
- Accredited OFW organizations
Who Can Be a Watcher?
To qualify, a watcher must:
- Be a registered overseas voter in Abu Dhabi
- Have good moral character
- Not be convicted of any crime or election offense
- Be able to read and write in English or Filipino
- Not be related (within 4th degree) to any SBEI member at their assigned post
Where to Send the List:
✅ Email to: abudhabioav@gmail.com
📩 CC: overseasvoting@comelec.gov.ph
📝 Email Subject Format: [List of Watchers] (Name of Party/Org/Candidate)
Example: [List of Watchers] Party! Party
Reminder:
All appointed watchers are expected to fully respect and follow the laws of the United Arab Emirates while performing their duties.
👉 Be part of a clean, fair overseas election.
OFW organizations and leaders are encouraged to send their lists before the April 1 deadline.
📨 Visit www.filipinoinstitute.com/today or contact the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi for more information.
Source Credit:
Adapted from the official announcement of the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi – March 2025.
