Colombians Prepare for Presidential Elections on May 31: Voting Details Inside

Colombians are set to vote on May 31 for their next president and vice president for the term 2026-2030. In total, over 41.4 million citizens are eligible to participate, with 40 million voting in Colombia and over 1.4 million abroad. Polling stations will open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. local time. Voters must present either a yellow ID with holograms or a digital ID, which must be downloaded and activated in the official app. The National Registry has established 120,527 polling places across the country and 253 abroad, with high participation noted in cities like Miami and London during early voting. Voters are advised to check their polling locations online and ensure they have the correct identification to cast their votes.

Key Details: • Election date: May 31, 2026 • Voting hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. local time • Eligible voters: 41.4 million in total • Check polling location on the National Registry website • Valid ID required: yellow ID with holograms or activated digital ID