When and How to Vote in the 2026 Election: Time, Ballots, and Procedures

Election Day 2026 It is another significant day in Thai politics when citizens exercise their right to vote for Members of Parliament and participate in a referendum, with important details that eligible voters should know, such asUntil what time can voting take place?How many ballots are there, what identification is required, and what are the steps for voting in the booth?

Thairath Online A summary of the election and referendum voting procedures, along with essential information for voters on the 2026 election presented accurately, completely, and clearly to ensure no one misses any details.

What are the voting hours for the 2026 election? When do the polls close?

Until what time can one vote? Voting is a civic duty of Thai citizens. Thai nationals aged 18 and above can vote. The polling station opening and closing times are as follows:

• Election date Sunday, 8 February 2026
• Referendum date Sunday, 8 February 2026
• Time 08:00 - 17:00
• Location At the polling station where the voter is registered in the household registry

Required documents for voting and referendum participation in 2026

What to prepare for the 2026 election Voters must prepare valid identification documents to present to officials on 8 February 2026. They may use any one of the following:

• ID card (Expired cards are still accepted)
• Or a government-issued photo ID with a personal identification number, such as a driver's license or a valid passport.
• Or digital identity verification via government applications, such as Rao Rat, ThaiD, and DLT QR Licence.

How many ballots are given in the 2026 election and what do voters select?

In the 2026 election, voters will receive a total of three ballots to select Members of Parliament and participate in the referendum, each with different colors and purposes. The three ballots are as follows: Summary:

1. Green ballot: Constituency MP

Used to vote fora Member of Parliamentby marking an X for one candidate in the voter's constituency only (voters should remember the candidate's number).

2. Pink ballot: Party-list MP

Used to vote fora Member of Parliamentvia party-list by marking an X for one political party only (voters should remember the party number).

3. Yellow ballot: Referendum

Used for the referendum question, “Do you approve of having a new constitution?” Voters mark one choice: approve, disapprove, or no opinion.

Correct voting procedures for the 2026 election: How to vote for MPs and participate in the referendum

1. Verify your name on the voter list

Before entering the voting booth, check if your name is on the voter list at your polling station. You may verify this on the posted list or online.

• Check voter registration for MPs on the Department of Provincial Administration websitehere
• Check referendum voter registration on the Department of Provincial Administration websitehere

2. Prepare your ID

Have your ID card or government-issued photo ID with your personal ID number ready to present to officials.

3. Identify yourself to officials

Present your ID to officials and sign (or fingerprint) the voter list.

4. Receive two ballots and sign

Voters at the general election on 8 February 2026 will receive two ballots:

• Green ballot for constituency MP
• Pink ballot for party-list MP

Officials will ask voters to sign (or fingerprint) the ballot stubs before returning the ID card.

5. Enter the voting booth to cast your votes Enter the booth to mark your vote for MPs using the provided pen (no need to bring your own).

Mark an X clearly on both ballots. 6. Deposit the ballots yourself

After marking, fold both ballots and deposit them into the ballot box yourself.

7. Identify yourself to vote in the referendum

Present your ID again to officials to participate in the referendum after voting in the election.

8. Receive the yellow referendum ballot

Sign (or fingerprint) the ballot stub to receive the yellow referendum ballot; officials then return your ID card.

9. Enter the booth to vote in the referendum

Enter the booth to mark an X on the referendum ballot indicating

“approve” or “disapprove.”10. Deposit the referendum ballot yourselfAfter marking, fold the ballot and deposit it in the referendum ballot box yourself, completing your voting process. You may then leave the polling station.The election and referendum are important opportunities for citizens to shape the country's future with their own hands by voting on 8 February from 08:00 to 17:00. Every vote counts in building the nation's future through 

the 2026 election.

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