PRESS RELEASE BY THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION ​General Election – May 2026

Nominations of Candidates

The Electoral Commissioners remind candidates that they will receive online nominations through the website www.electoral.gov.mt for the forthcoming General Election. Online applications may be submitted from 9.00 a.m. on Thursday, 7th May, till 7.00 p.m. (Malta time) on Monday, 11th May 2026. Step-by-step guidelines are available on the website. Candidates who opt not to settle their €90 deposit online must do so in person by not later than 7.00 p.m. on 11th May 2026.

The Electoral Commissioners also notify that they will be in attendance to receive nominations at their Office in the Counting Hall Complex at Naxxar, on Thursday 7th, Friday 8th, Saturday 9th, Sunday 10th and Monday 11th May 2026, from 9.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and from 3.00 p.m. to 7.00 p.m.

Prospective candidates are advised to present their identity card, and the top section of the nomination form should reflect the candidate's details as shown in the electoral register published on 1st May 2026. In the event of illness or while abroad, the nomination form must be submitted by a representative of the candidate. The representative must supply a specific power of attorney authenticated by a notary public or a Commissioner of Oaths. A deposit of €90 is applicable.

Application forms for prospective candidates may be obtained from the Office of the Electoral Commission as of today and during nomination days. Forms may also be downloaded from the Electoral Commission's website at https://electoral.gov.mt/nominations.

Candidates should note that taking photos or videos during nomination submission is restricted.

Objections to nominations shall be received at the same office during the days and hours established for nominations, as well as on Tuesday, 12th May 2026, during the same hours.