The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission (ABEC) has recorded more than 27,000 applications for replacement voter identification cards, signalling robust public engagement as the country moves closer to a general election. According to Antigua.news, cumulative applications reached 27,322 as of April 11, 2026.
The figures span all 17 constituencies, though completion rates vary considerably across the country. St. Peter leads the way at 85 percent completion, followed by Barbuda at 75 percent and St. Philip North at 74 percent.
Several constituencies, however, remain near the halfway mark. St. John's Rural West sits at 50 percent completion, St. John's Rural South at 51 percent, and St. Mary's North at 48 percent — indicating that significant ground remains to be covered before the election.
The ABEC report also details weekly application volumes during the rollout period. More than 18,000 applications were already on record before April, with additional submissions continuing through February and March.
Among the constituencies recording the highest total application numbers, St. George leads with 2,517 submissions, followed by St. John's Rural West with 2,258 and St. John's Rural East with 2,182.
The replacement ID card drive is part of ABEC's broader effort to ensure all eligible voters hold valid documentation ahead of the next election. The Commission has urged citizens to complete the process early to avoid last-minute complications.
With a number of constituencies still below 60 percent completion, officials are expected to ramp up outreach efforts in the weeks ahead to drive participation across the remaining areas.
