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Changes to polling places for the second round of elections in several regions of Brazil

Changes to polling places for the second round of the 2026 elections have been announced by electoral courts in various states.

19 October 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Electoral Justice has announced changes to polling places for the second round of the 2026 elections, scheduled for October 25. In Paraná, seven municipalities have new locations designated for voters.

In Piauí, the Regional Electoral Court confirmed changes in two locations in the cities of Bom Jesus and Campinas do Piauí, aiming to provide greater thermal comfort for voters. Voters are advised to check their polling places before heading to the voting sections.

In Pernambuco, the TRE reported that six electoral sections will undergo changes. The adjustments have been identified in the localities of Buíque and Floresta, based on the need for accessibility and voter comfort.

In Rio Grande do Norte, six cities saw changes to their polling locations, covering 24 electoral sections. The affected cities include Bodó and Lagoa Nova.

The Regional Electoral Court of Pará confirmed that eight polling places have been altered. These changes took place in five municipalities, as required for adaptation for the second round.

The TRE of Minas Gerais announced that 514 sections will have their polling places changed. The reasons include last-minute renovations, improvements in accessibility, and damage caused by severe weather.

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