The proxy vote for Moroccans abroad allows voters living outside the country to take part in the Moroccan legislative elections on 23 September 2026. For this ballot, voters residing outside the Kingdom can give proxy to a person living in Morocco.
This system is designed to make it easier for Moroccans around the world to participate in the vote. A dedicated online platform allows them to complete the process remotely. The application period ends on 22 September 2026 at noon.
Proxy voting: who is eligible?
The principle is straightforward. A Moroccan voter living abroad may entrust their vote to a proxy (mandataire) residing in Morocco.
The proxy authorisation makes it possible to take part in the election without having to travel back to the Kingdom.
Both the person giving the proxy (mandant) and the proxy holder must meet the conditions laid down in the electoral regulations. The proxy must also be issued according to the official procedure.
How to choose your proxy holder?
Choosing the right proxy holder is a crucial step.
The voter may appoint a trusted person residing in Morocco. This can be a family member, a friend, or another reliable person from their close circle.
The proxy holder does not necessarily have to live in the same municipality as the voter who resides abroad.
Before confirming the application, it is important to carefully check all the information relating to the proxy holder.
Submitting your proxy request online
For the 2026 legislative elections, the authorities have set up an electronic system specifically for Moroccans abroad.
The voter must log in to the official platform dedicated to proxy voting, then fill in the requested information to submit the application.
This process allows voters to prepare their proxy from abroad, without having to visit a Moroccan administrative office in person.
Information required on the form
The form requests all the details needed to identify both the voter and the proxy holder.
In particular, it is essential to check that civil status data and the information related to electoral registration are accurate.
The data concerning the proxy holder must also be entered with great care.
Any error in the information provided may delay or complicate the validation of the proxy. It is therefore advisable to read the entire form again before confirming the application.
Validation of the proxy
Once all the information has been entered, the application goes through the verification process defined by the platform.
The voter must then keep the official document generated at the end of the procedure.
They must also make sure that the proxy holder has all the documents required to cast the ballot on election day.
What is the deadline to apply?
The deadline is one of the key points for Moroccans around the world.
For the legislative elections of 23 September, the online proxy platform will remain accessible until Tuesday 22 September 2026 at noon.
Voters are strongly advised not to wait until the last few hours. Applying early leaves more time to check the information and resolve any administrative issues that may arise.
How many proxies can one person hold?
Proxy voting is strictly regulated to ensure the integrity of the ballot.
The proxy holder must comply with the limits set by electoral law. It is therefore important to check both their situation and that of the voter before finalising the application.
These rules are intended in particular to prevent abuses and an excessive concentration of proxies in the hands of a single person.
What happens on election day?
On Wednesday 23 September 2026, the proxy holder goes to their assigned polling station.
They must present the required documents to prove their identity and their status as a proxy holder.
After the checks carried out by the polling station staff, the proxy holder may cast a ballot on behalf of the voter they represent.
This mechanism therefore enables Moroccan voters living abroad to take part in the legislative elections despite the geographical distance.
An important mechanism for Moroccans abroad
The proxy vote for Moroccans abroad is one of the key tools that allow citizens living outside the country to participate in Moroccan elections.
The Constitution guarantees Moroccans residing abroad their full citizenship rights, including electoral rights. Article 17 provides for their participation in elections under the conditions laid down by law.
For the ballot scheduled on 23 September 2026, proxy voting therefore offers a practical solution for voters who cannot cast their vote directly from their country of residence.
Key points to remember:
- Legislative elections: Wednesday 23 September 2026
- System: proxy voting
- Eligible voters: Moroccans living abroad
- Online application deadline: Tuesday 22 September 2026 at noon
- Proxy holder: the person designated to vote in Morocco on behalf of the voter
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