The Office of the Electoral Roll has informed municipalities about the procedure for forming the Electoral Roll for Resident Foreigners in Spain (CERE) for the municipal elections on May 23, 2027. Foreign residents in Spain who are nationals of a European Union country or a state with which Spain has a reciprocity agreement will be able to exercise their right to vote.
For citizens of the European Union, it is necessary to have previously declared their intention to vote in Spain. This declaration can be made online, by postal mail, or in person at their local Town Hall. The online process can be completed via the INE's Electronic Office using the Cl@ve system. The deadline for registration on the municipal roll and declaration of voting intent is December 30, 2026.
In late September 2026, the Electoral Roll Office will send communications to EU citizens residing in Spain who have not yet declared their intention to vote, including a telematic processing key (CTT) to facilitate the online procedure.
For citizens from countries with reciprocity agreements (such as Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, among others), they can also apply for census registration. General requirements include being 18 years old, being registered on the municipal roll, and holding a residence permit. The application period will be from December 1, 2026, to January 15, 2027.
By late November 2026, the Electoral Roll Office plans to send communications to individuals who meet the conditions to facilitate their registration, who can then use a telematic processing key (CTT) included in the communication to apply online.
Interested individuals can find detailed information and necessary documentation on the INE's Electronic Office or by contacting their local Town Hall. It is crucial to adhere to the established deadlines, as applications submitted after the deadline will not be included in the electoral roll for the May 23, 2027 elections.
