The Certified List of OFW Voters (CLOV) in Abu Dhabi, UAE is the official document where OFWs in the UAE can check if they are eligible to vote in the 2028 Philippine national elections. Compiled by the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi, it covers registered Filipino voters across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and other Emirates. Use it to check if your name is included and confirm your eligibility.
With OFWs in the UAE making up one of the largest overseas Filipino populations, your vote matters! Visit the Philippine Embassy’s official website or contact your nearest consulate to access the CLOV and stay informed ahead of the elections.
The PH Embassy made extensive preparations for the last Philippine elections to ensure a smooth and efficient voting process for OFWs in the UAE.
The current Philippine Ambassador to the UAE H.E. Alfonso A. Ver has held a meeting with staff and assigned poll watchers to discuss the embassy’s preparations.
List of Registered Overseas Filipino Voters in Abu Dhabi, UAE
The Certified List of Overseas Voters (CLOV) in Abu Dhabi is published on the official website of the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi.
As of now, the updated list is not yet available. Check back regularly for updates at https://abudhabipe.dfa.gov.ph/ovs-services.
Bookmark this page and we’ll update it as soon as the list becomes available.
How to Find Your Name in List of Absentee Voters
- Visit the Philippine Embassy website and download the PDF list of registered overseas voters.
- The list is divided into multiple files organized alphabetically by last name. Open the file that matches the first letter of your last name.
- Scroll through the list to find your name.
If your name is on the list, you’re eligible to vote in the upcoming elections. If not, you’ll have to wait for the next election cycle to register.
How to Vote in Philippine Elections in Abu Dhabi
- Check your eligibility. Confirm that your name is on the CLOV before heading to the embassy.
- Bring a valid ID. Present your passport or any valid ID to the Special Board of Election Inspectors (SBEI) for verification.
- Get your ballot. Sign the voter’s list and receive your ballot. Check that it’s clean and unmarked.
- Fill out your ballot. Use the marking pen provided and follow the guidelines carefully. You can vote for one President, one Vice President, up to twelve Senators, and one Party List. Avoid overvoting, as those votes won’t be counted.
- Submit your ballot. Insert your completed ballot into the vote counting machine (VCM).
- Check your receipt. Wait for your voter’s receipt to print and review it to make sure all your selections are correct. Deposit it into the designated receptacle. Note that taking photos or copies of the receipt is not allowed.
- Report any issues. If you spot any discrepancies, report them to the SBEI immediately.
Video: Overseas Voting Reminder: It’s Time to Cast Your Vote!
The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi released an important announcement for all Filipinos in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) about internet voting:
Contact Information of the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi
Address: W-48, Street No. 8, Sector 2-23, Plot 51, Al Qubaisat, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Telephone number: +971 50 813 7836
Office Hours: Monday to Thursday : 7:30 am to 3:30pm; Friday : 7:30 am to 12:00 noon
Website: www.abudhabipe.dfa.gov.ph
Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/PHinUAE