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Peru’s ONPE Finalizes 2026 Election Ballots After Challenge Window Closes

The move clears ONPE to proceed with printing and logistics after a challenge-free review.

Overview

  • A Resolución Jefatural Nº 000008-2026-JN/ONPE published in El Peruano formalizes the definitive ballot models for the April 12 general elections and a possible presidential runoff.
  • The main ballot is divided into five columns for the presidential ticket, national senators, regional senators, deputies, and Andean Parliament, with a minimum size of 42 cm by 21 cm and length extendable to 44 cm.
  • A three-column ballot is set for Armed Forces and National Police personnel deployed away from their registered domiciles, allowing votes for the presidential ticket, national senators, and the Andean Parliament, with a minimum size of 24 cm by 21 cm.
  • The runoff ballot will present the two qualifying tickets with party names, symbols, and color candidate photographs, measuring 21 cm by 15 cm.
  • ONPE will publish the models on official platforms, notify party agents, RENIEC, and the JNE, and apply security features including barcodes and security patterns referencing JNE, ONPE, and RENIEC.