The deadline for individuals to regularize their voter registration in Brazil is set for May 6, which is crucial for those intending to take part in the upcoming elections scheduled for October 2026. In Santarém, located in the western region of Pará, there has been a noticeable increase in people seeking assistance at the electoral forum as this important date approaches. Many voters are taking action to update their information, transfer their electoral domicile, obtain their first voter ID, and complete biometric registration.

Luana Daya, a judicial analyst from the Electoral Justice, emphasized that the biometric registration process is a significant reason behind the surge in attendance. She noted that those without biometric data need to get this updated in order to vote, as it has been a requirement in previous elections and will remain so in the approaching election. This biometric step is aimed at ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the voting process.

Additionally, Daya highlighted that young individuals starting from the age of 16 are now eligible to apply for their first voter ID, and any voters who have changed their place of residence also need to update their registrations accordingly. This proactive approach is essential to ensure that all eligible voters can participate in the electoral process and make their voices heard in the upcoming elections, particularly as the deadline looms closer.