Overview of the 2025 Egyptian Parliamentary Elections Timeline
The National Elections Authority of Egypt has published a detailed timetable for the 2025 parliamentary elections. The schedule covers candidacy, candidate verification, legal challenges, campaigning, voting both abroad and domestically, and the publication of official results. The timeline is structured to ensure a transparent process while allowing sufficient time for legal scrutiny and logistical preparations across all polling locations.
Candidacy Period and Initial List
The candidacy window opens on October 8 and runs through October 15, with daily hours from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The final day closes at 12:00 p.m. The authority will publish a preliminary list of candidates in national outlets such as Al-Ahram, Al-Akhbar, and other newspapers on October 16. This initial roster enables the public to review potential contenders before any legal challenges or withdrawals are considered.
Legal Review and Final Candidate List
Between October 19 and October 21, the Administrative Court will adjudicate petitions and objections in a 10-day window. After this phase, the final candidate list will be announced on October 23. Any withdrawals must be submitted by October 25, and those withdrawals will be published in the Official Gazette on October 26. These steps are critical to maintaining a transparent and orderly nomination process.
Campaigning, Silence, and Election Phases
Campaigning officially begins on October 23. A formal polling silence period is set to start on November 6, ahead of the voting days. The election will be conducted in two main stages: exterior (abroad) votes and interior (domestic) votes.
First Stage: Elections and Return Phase
The first stage sees voting abroad on November 7–8 and domestically on November 10–11. The official results for the first stage are scheduled to be announced on November 18, the same day that campaigning for the first stage resumes in preparation for any potential runoffs. Voters and candidates should note that legal challenges to the first stage must be filed within 48 hours of the stage’s announcement, with the Administrative Court ruling within 10 days, from November 21 to November 30.
Runoff and Second Stage Scheduling
If a runoff is required, the silence for the runoff begins on November 30. The external runoff occurs on December 1–2, with the domestic runoff on December 3–4. The second-stage results are expected on December 11. For the second stage, campaigning will begin on November 6, and the silence will be observed on November 20. Abroad voting is scheduled for November 21–22 and domestic voting for November 24–25, followed by the official results for the second stage on December 2. Any electoral objections to the second stage must be lodged within 48 hours of the stage’s announcement, with a 10-day adjudication window from December 5 to December 14.
Final Stages and Recounts
If a second runoff is required, the international runoffs are set for December 15–16, with domestic runoffs on December 17–18. The final results for the runoffs will be announced on December 25. These successive rounds are designed to ensure a fair and conclusive outcome across all voting locations, reflecting the will of the voters while allowing adequate time for ballot processing and legal reviews.
What This Means for Voters
Voters should note the critical dates in order to participate effectively: register or verify eligibility during the candidacy period, be aware of the publication dates for the candidate list, and plan around the campaigning and silence dates. For Egyptians living abroad, the specific abroad voting windows provide essential planning time, while domestic voters should align travel or polling plans with the scheduled days. The timeline also emphasizes transparency through timely publication of results and clear windows for addressing electoral petitions.
Preparing for Election Day
As Egypt advances toward the 2025 parliamentary elections, candidates and voters alike should stay informed through official channels. Legal notices, notices in major newspapers, and announcements from the National Elections Authority will detail any amendments or clarifications. Keeping track of withdrawal deadlines, protection of voter rights, and the procedures around objections will help ensure a smooth electoral process for all participants.
