Electoral biometrics in Baixada Santista and Vale do Ribeira: TSE publishes registration data and guidelines for voting

According to data from the Superior Electoral Court (TSE) from July this year, 83.24% of voters in Baixada Santista have biometrics registered, that is, 1.2 million residents are able to use biometric data in voting this Sunday.

In Vale do Ribeira, of the 250 thousand voters, 94.87% have registered biometrics, that is, more than 238 thousand residents are able to use biometric data in elections, according to the TSE.

In total, 2,380 military police officers will provide security during the elections in cities in the two regions. The Military Police announced a special operation to guarantee security and tranquility in the first round of elections.

For this Sunday, g1 prepared a complete guide for voters. Understand all the rules about voting in the 2026 elections. See below a list of information and guidance on rules in electoral zones, tips, how to use the electronic ticket, what you can and cannot take, among others:

The polling place can be consulted using the voter's name or the voter registration number. If in doubt, it is important to check the voting location.

It is mandatory to present an official document with a photo, such as an identity card (RG), work card, passport or CNH (National Driving License). You don't need to bring your ticket, but you need to know the zone and electoral section.

It cannot. Electronic equipment is prohibited when voting. It is permitted to enter the booth with a paper 'electoral slip', on which the candidates' numbers must be written.

Because of this, the cell phone must be left with the poll worker. If the voter refuses to hand over the device, he or she will not be able to vote. If you insist on voting with your cell phone, the poll worker or section president may contact the Military Police.

Voters who requested a temporary change of section can check the location through the TSE website or through the e-Título application.

The Pardal application from the Superior Electoral Court (TSE) allows you to report irregular electoral propaganda confidentially. Irregularities such as vote buying, abuse of economic power, use of public machinery for electoral purposes and misuse of social media may also be reported.

The mobile application also provides guidance on what can and cannot be done during the election period. To report a citizen, they must take a photo, record a video or audio of the irregularity and, using the cell phone application, send the evidence to the Electoral Court in the state or municipality that will analyze the complaint.

In addition to elements that indicate the existence of the reported fact, the name and CPF of the person who made the report must be included. All reports are treated as confidential by the system, ensuring confidentiality of identity.