Overview

• The reminder implements Resolution No. 0110-2025-JNE issued in March, which sets resignation and leave procedures for the 2026 cycle.
• The mandate covers the president, ministers, viceministers, regional governors and vicegovernors, mayors, and members of the armed forces and police.
• Presidential resignations must be presented to Congress, while ministers and other authorities file with their respective entities as prescribed by the resolution.
• Governors and mayors must register their resignations with their councils and submit them to the JNE via the Virtual Filing Desk by Oct. 20, with immediate succession rules for vice authorities and a 10‑business‑day window for acting mayors to request credentials.
• State employees intending to run must request unpaid leave that begins on Feb. 11, 2026, and military and police personnel must move to retirement to qualify.