Comelec Voter Registration

Have you registered as a voter yet for the 2013 Philippine Election? 

Register now and let your vote be counted for the 2013 midterm election.

I passed two elections because i failed to registered. Even though there was a satellite registration, I was too lazy to wait in line because I believe that Government has poor processes. (nothing new)

Earlier this month, I successfully registered myself as a voter in Comelec Quezon City in the compound of Quezon City Hall. Falling in line will be a test of your patience.

Before I go to the office, I made sure I knew what I was supposed to bring. (todo search sa net ng gagawin)

Unfortunately, at 1PM comelec office just closed. WTH?!? i asked the election officer and he said, the operation is suspended due to electrical failure in the office. Operation will resume tomorrow to allow the meralco to fix it the whole day. But the other offices have electricity. Why they don't have other options to continue the operation. How bout those people who left their work and other important things to do just to be registered that day. Well, even though there are valid arguments, i knew i wont ever win in the Government's policies.

The next day, I woke up early to get in comelec because i was expecting a long queue. First, i called their office just to check whether they are open or not. Luckly, they said they are operating. 

What to do.

1. A first-time voter needs any of these valid identification cards:

Company ID

Postal ID

Student’s ID

Driver’s License

NBI or PNP Clearance

Passport

SSS/GSIS ID

IBP ID

PRC License

The ID presented SHOULD have your name, picture, and address in the city or municipality you plan to register in. MUch better if Barangay name is listed.

Have a photo copy of your ID ready to be submitted to the COMELEC Election Officer.

If your ID is without an address, any proof of billing will do (be sure to bring the original and the photocopy). According to the COMELEC Election Officer, I’ve had the chance to talk to, bills don’t necessarily need to be addressed to the voter. They just need to verify your present address to make sure you really live there. Hence, you can bring your electric, water, or phone bill (which are usually under your parents’ name), have them photocopied for the COMELEC’s archive.

If you are yet to be 18 but will turn 18 before the election period, you should bring an original copy and a photocopy of your birth certificate.

2. Go to the Comelec Office at your local city or municipal hall during regular office hours (Mondays to Fridays, from 8am to 5pm). However, lately, the COMELEC has opened its doors for Saturday registrations especially for those who have conflicts with their work schedules. Some areas have also satellite registrations.

3. Before you are given a COMELEC registration form (CEF-1A), the election officer will verify if you have registered in the past.

I waited 1 and a half hour in line just to pass my requirements. There are bunch of people who doesn't know how to get in line. Also, there's only one election officer who checks your documents. Not really surprised how the line turned out to be blockbuster.

4. Once cleared, you will be given the CEF-1A (white form) to fill-out with stamped that you're cleared. 

You can also download your own copy from the Commission on Elections website. However, you need to pass this along with your photo copied ID because at interviewed area, they require stamped documents which means your name is cleared.

5. Fill out the first page of the form and hand it to the election officer. They will check if all the information were filled out and correct. Then, they will classify which precint you will be designated.

6. Next will be COMELEC’s data capturing or biometrics desk for your signature, thumb mark, and picture.

Good thing these people who operate looks like fresh graduates and really fast enough to do their jobs. Processing here just took me less than 2 minutes.

7. You will then be given an acknowledgement receipt, which you have to keep as proof of your registration.

I was so excited to go home that i failed to asked how shall i get my voter's ID. 

I searched the net and some says that it will took 2 more years before i get it..

Oh, that's how the government performs.

Be part of the Philippines. Let your vote count in!

Tuwing election lang nagiging pantay pantay ang mga Pilipino.