All citizens of the Philippines abroad not otherwise disqualified by law, at least eighteen (18) years of age on the day of the election and who wish to vote for President, Vice-President, Senators and Party List Representatives for purposes of the May 10, 2010 National Elections must file applications for registration/certification as overseas absentee voters from December 01, 2008 to August 31, 2009.

The voting period will be from April 10, 2010 until 3:00 p.m. Philippine time of May 10, 2010. For details, please contact the embassy/consulate nearest your residence or the following websites: Department of Foreign Affairs (Manila): www.dfa.gov.ph Commission on Elections (Manila): coav@comelec.gov.ph