Brazil intensifies preparations for 2026 elections

Preparations for the 2026 elections in Brazil are underway, with significant administrative actions occurring in various regions. In Alta Floresta, the 24th Electoral Zone has expanded service hours to assist voters with registration and location inquiries. Officials noted that approximately one thousand people, including poll workers and support staff, will be involved in the organization. Voters in rural areas are being specifically advised to check for changes in polling locations due to shifts in the municipal and state school networks.

Nationwide, the deadline for appointing poll workers and logistical support for the 2026 elections concluded on August 28. This deadline included the formalization of personnel for transit voting, correctional facilities, and ballot auditing. In Santa Catarina, the Regional Electoral Court (TRE-SC) has initiated training programs for poll workers, combining in-person sessions with digital tools like the Mesário application to ensure security and organizational efficiency during the upcoming voting process.