The Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) of Haiti has outlined its funding requirements to the Ministry of Economy and Finance in preparation for the upcoming elections. A meeting between the CEP and Minister Serge Gabriel Colin took place on November 5, 2026, where they discussed adjusting the electoral spending plan to align with the revised election timeline.
Funding Adjustments Under Discussion
The Ministry of Economy and Finance announced that discussions regarding a potential increase in the election budget will continue. In July, the CEP, alongside the Office of the Prime Minister, agreed on a budget of $120 million for the electoral process. This figure came after previous proposals from the electoral council, which included budgets ranging from $200 million to $250 million, were rejected by the government.
According to a joint statement made by the Office of the Prime Minister and the CEP in July, there is room for revising the allocated budget should the circumstances require such changes. As of September 30, the Ministry reported that $80.651 million had already been allocated to a joint fund managed by the United Nations Development Programme. Additionally, the state budget has earmarked $39.349 million for the fiscal year of 2026-2027, with the expectation that these funds will be disbursed gradually.
The CEP also published an updated electoral calendar on October 28, indicating that the first round of presidential and parliamentary elections is set for Sunday, July 18, 2027. It was noted by the Ministry that the $120 million budget was established prior to this latest revision of the electoral schedule. However, the ministry did not disclose how much of the budget has already been utilized for election preparations.
The CEP is responsible for organizing voter registration, candidate nominations, and the voting process, while the Ministry of Economy and Finance is tasked with ensuring the proper funding for these activities.
