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PC001

Registration requirements for parties (Chamber 1)
Question:What are the registration requirements for political parties running for national elections (Chamber 1)?
Answer(s): f. Other
Comments: The application before the Integrity Commission must state the name of the party (no more than six words) and the party’s office-holders (leader, treasurer). It must also include a donation report and a campaign expenditure return for the 365 days prior to the date of application.
Source: Political Parties’ Law: “Political Activities Ordinance”, Section 6: http://aceproject.org/ero-en/regions/americas/TC/turks-and-caicos-political-activities-ordinance-2018/
Verified: 2025/09/30
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PC008

Independent candidates
Question:Can independent candidates compete in presidential or legislative elections?
Answer(s): c. In legislative elections (Chamber 1)
Comments: Each candidate shall be nominated by at least two registered voters of the corresponding electoral district.
Source: Electoral Law: “Elections Ordinance”, Section 27(5): http://aceproject.org/ero-en/regions/americas/TC/turks-and-caicos-elections-ordinance-2018/
Verified: 2025/09/30
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