With the many cultural similarities Filipinos and Indonesians have, it’s no wonder that there is a growing Filipino community in the nation. As such, Filipinos in Indonesia are also among those considered as one of the most politically active in the world. As a result, many of them are eager to find out if they are able to vote in the elections in 2022. To begin, go to the Philippine Foreign posts websites and search for your name on the list of certified overseas voters.
As the Philippines prepares for elections, the Philippine missions in Indonesia have already made the voters’ list available to our kababayans. The most recent list of certified overseas voters (CLOV) will be used in the National and Local Elections. This document might be used to determine the number of Filipino voters in the country.
Philippine Elections 2022: List of Registered Filipino OFW Voters in Indonesia
In the near future, the Philippines will conduct presidential elections (but sooner for overseas absentee voters). And right now, everyone is following a number of channels and platforms to evaluate each candidate’s goals and points of view before deciding whether or not to vote for them.
The list of certified overseas voters is one of the files you’ll need to review in order to prove your eligibility to vote in the next elections. The good news is that it is a simple procedure.
Filipinos residing abroad, such as in Indonesia, should be familiar with the overseas voting process in order to have a pleasant and trouble-free election experience this year. This article will help you prepare for the election by outlining what to expect once the overseas voting process begins.
Overseas Filipinos who have registered to vote in the elections may be able to get assistance from Philippine diplomatic missions. Officials from the Philippine embassy will guide citizens on the voting processes in the upcoming elections. Make sure your name is on the country’s list of certified overseas voters (CLOV) before participating in the Philippine national elections from Indonesia.
The Philippine embassy can provide you with the most up-to-date information and assistance on national elections and overseas voting in your host country by visiting their website or calling their office. To check who has registered to vote in the 2022 Philippine national elections from Indonesia, click on the link below.
Certified List of Overseas Voters in Jakarta
- Land-based Overseas Filipino Voters in Jakarta: https://comelec.gov.ph/php-tpls-attachments/OverseasVoting/2022NLE/CLOV/ASIA_PAC/JAKARTA.pdf
Certified List of Overseas Voters in Manado
- Land-based Overseas Filipino Voters in Manado: https://comelec.gov.ph/php-tpls-attachments/OverseasVoting/2022NLE/CLOV/ASIA_PAC/MANADO.pdf
If you are a Filipino resident in Indonesia and need assistance with the overseas voting procedure or validating your information on the CLOV, please contact the country’s missions. Despite its size, the list is alphabetically sorted to make it simpler to explore. Officials from the COMELEC may also write notes or make comments on the list. Use the quick shortcut provided in the next section to confirm your voter’s data from the list.
Tip: To prevent having to navigate through a long list of names, use CTRL + F. On the file, there will be a search box where you may input your last name to see if your information is there. Check that your name is spelt correctly and that there are no extra spaces or characters in the field, as the document is case-sensitive.
If your name appears on the country’s list of recognised overseas voters, you will be entitled to vote in the Philippine presidential elections in 2022. From April 27 to May 9, overseas voters will be able to vote.
Question: What if I’m not on the list, can I still vote?
Answer: Everyone who has not registered to vote will be unable to vote in this election. Those who are unable to vote this year must register to vote in future elections once the current election cycle concludes. You may vote in Indonesia or from anywhere in the globe if you follow this guide.
How to Find your name in the list of overseas voters?
The list of registered voters is available in PDF format on the Philippine diplomatic missions in Indonesia’s website. This list contains everything you’ll need to participate in the overseas voting process.
What does it mean if my name is included in the list of Overseas Voters?
This means you’ve registered to vote and will be eligible to vote in the forthcoming election.
What if my name is not on the list of registered voters?
Unfortunately, you will be unable to vote in the Philippines’ national elections in 2022. If you want to vote in future elections, you must register to vote before the next election cycle.
I registered as an overseas absentee voter in 2013 and I was able to vote in the 2013 and 2016 National Elections but was unable to vote in 2019 National Elections. Do I still need to apply for certification to vote abroad?
Your name would appear on both the national voter list and the National Register of Overseas Voters. Your name will be deleted from the list if you do not vote in your host nation in 2022.
I registered as an overseas voter in 2019 but I know I will be in the Philippines come May 2022. Can I vote in the 2022 elections in the Philippines?
Yes, but you must also file a Letter of Request for Registration Transfer to the COMELEC-OFOV from your host country’s embassy or consulate in Manila.
When will the list of certified absentee voters in Indonesia be released?
Within 120 days of the formal election campaign period, the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) will transmit a list of confirmed foreign voters to various diplomatic embassies across the world.
The COMELEC made the announcement in an official statement: “Preparation and Posting of Certified List of Overseas Absentee Voters. – The Commission shall prepare the Certified List of Overseas Absentee Voters within one hundred twenty (120) days before every election, and furnish within the same period copies thereof to the appropriate embassies, consulates, and other foreign service establishments, which shall post the same in their bulletin boards within ten (10) days from receipt thereof.”
Reminders When Voting During PH Elections
The government values people’ votes because they allow Filipinos from all over the world to engage in their homeland’s political and social affairs. The ideal candidate will be able to deal with the country’s current situation while simultaneously conveying a positive image of Filipinos worldwide.
Remember To Vote Wisely
Voters should consider the candidates’ principles and personality traits when choosing a leader. These will help us make an educated decision when it comes time to vote for a new president. Only those with inspirational ideas and bright vision for the people and the country should be considered for leadership roles. Examine the candidates’ policies to see if they make an attempt to improve the lives of Filipinos in other countries.
The Importance of Overseas Voting
There is a lot riding on the next elections. Furthermore, the significance of votes cast by Filipinos living abroad cannot be emphasized. Over a million Filipinos have left the country to live or work in foreign countries. Their earnings contribute to the Philippines’ economic growth.
Despite the country’s small Filipino population, Filipinos in Jakarta, Manado, and other locations are united by ties to their homeland, families, and shared experiences of being abroad for decades or more.
Unlike in other countries, Filipinos in Indonesia are mainly skilled professionals. They mainly work in advertising and teaching English in international schools.
Because the majority of these people are breadwinners, they have a voice in how their families govern their homes. As a result, every vote cast by a Filipino residing abroad is significant; ensure that yours is included.
FINAL THOUGHTS
As Election Day approaches, we only have a few weeks to prepare for the new leaders who will steer our country in a more positive direction.
Many people are astonished by the number of people who have shown their ability to lead the country, as well as the existence of dubious candidates claiming to be “the one” – but isn’t this true of every election?
As a result, your vote will be important in electing a president with the abilities and experience necessary to lead the country through these trying times.
It would be ideal to have a leader who can solve the country’s current problems while simultaneously displaying a positive image to the rest of the globe.
If the country is to achieve its objectives, it will require leaders who are devoted to democracy and freedom. It is critical that when we choose the leaders for future elections, we all work together to strengthen the country. Let us use our collective strength, as demonstrated by our votes, to improve our home country, the Philippines, regardless of where we are in the world.
Will you be eligible to vote in the coming election now that the certified overseas voter list is public? How was the verification process carried out under the supervision and direction of the Philippine diplomatic presence in Indonesia? Do you have any recommendations for Filipinos planning to vote in this year’s national elections? Is there anything else you’d like to say to other Filipinos who could be in your situation? Please share your thoughts in the comments box below. Please also forward this information to any friends or family members who may be interested.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Embassy of Philippines in Jakarta, Indonesia
ADDRESS: 25 Jalan Imam Bonjol, Menteng, Jakarta Pusat 10310 Indonesia
PHONE LOCAL: (021) 310.0334
INTERNATIONAL: +62.21.310.0334
FAX LOCAL: (021) 315.1167
INTERNATIONAL: +62.21.315.1167
EMAIL phjkt@indo.net.id
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Consulate-General of Philippines in Manado
ADDRESS: Jalan 17 Augustus Tanjung Batu Manado, North Sulawesi 95119 Indonesia
PHONE LOCAL: (0431) 862.181
INTERNATIONAL: +62.431.862.181
FAX LOCAL: (0431) 862.365
INTERNATIONAL: +62.431.862.365
EMAIL: pc.manado@dfa.gov.ph
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