How to find your voting precinct number for the 2025 elections

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Knowing your precinct number ahead of time is also as important as knowing the candidates you're voting for

MANILA, Philippines – Election day can be just as chaotic as the campaign period with the rush of voters eager to make their voices count in the exercise of democracy. 

Knowing your precinct number ahead of time is also as important as knowing the candidates you’re voting for. In areas with a high number of registered voters, it’s common to see crowds gathering in front of bulletin boards trying to scan long lists to find where they are supposed to vote within the polling place.

You don’t have to squeeze into the crowd just to check this essential information. Before May 12, you can already confirm your precinct number through four simple ways: by visiting the election office where you are registered, emailing the Commission on Elections (Comelec), calling the Comelec hotline, or using the Comelec online precinct finder. Taking a few minutes to check now will save you from unnecessary stress on May 12. 

Call or email Comelec 

Voters can find their precinct number by calling the Comelec hotline at (02) 85267769 or (02) 85279365. 

When calling, be ready to provide essential details, such as your full name (including your last name, first name, and maternal name), your birthdate, and your complete registered address. The poll body’s personnel will use this information to verify your registration and provide you with your assigned precinct number.

If phone lines are busy or you prefer to make your request in writing, you can also email the Comelec helpdesk at itd.helpdesk@comelec.gov.ph with the same details.

Visit your local election officer

Voters who prefer in-person verification can visit the Office of the Election Officer (OEO) in the city or municipality where they are registered to check their precinct number. This option is ideal for those who may have difficulty accessing online tools or simply want direct assistance from election staff. 

To make the process smooth, voters must present a valid identification card that includes their photo and signature. It’s also important to be ready with additional details, such as your birthdate, which may be required for verification.

The OEO is typically located within or near the city or municipal hall. If you’re unsure where to find the nearest OEO, you can check the full list of offices through the Comelec website. 

Out soon: Online precinct finder

Just like in previous elections, voters can also check their precinct number using Comelec’s online finder. Individuals will be required to input their full name, birthdate, and registered address for verification before they access the information.

Comelec’s online precinct finder, however, is not yet accessible as of posting time. The poll body told Rappler that the tool will only go live a week before the May 12 elections for “security reasons.” (WATCH: [Ask Your Comelec] How safe are voters’ data?)

Bookmark this page to be the first to know when the precinct finder is already up and running. Rappler will be embedding the precinct finder here. – Rappler.com