Disclaimer: The Comparative Data section is under reconstruction until the end of 2008 and will be consequently updated. Users should be aware that in this period the data are reviewed and may be outdated. If you find inaccuracies or would like to suggest updates, please contact Ola Pettersson at o.pettersson@idea.int. Thank you for your understanding and apologies for any incovenience this might cause.

Comparative Data provides a systematic collection of how countries manage their elections. By presenting information about electoral systems, electoral management, legislative framework, voter registration, voter education and other related topics in a wide range of countries, users are able to compare, and identify common practice within electoral administration. Online, this unique data collection complements and enriches the body of electoral information currently being accessed on the ACE Electoral knowledge Network.

In addition to providing comparative information, this site is also designed to provide electoral country profiles, useful for electoral observation missions, media, and international organisations. Users are able to determine how the country's practices match or divert from regional/global practice.

The survey covers 11 election related topics and over 180 countries.  

To access information on a selected topic, follow the links on the left of your screen.