Official Candidate Lists Published for First Round of 2026 Municipal Elections in France

On February 27, 2026, official candidate lists for the first round of the municipal elections have been published for multiple French departments as the country prepares for elections scheduled on March 15 and 22, 2026. Prefectural orders have been issued in departments including Seine-et-Marne, Pas-de-Calais, Essonne, and Côte-d'Or, providing authoritative details on the individuals contesting these local elections.

In Seine-et-Marne, the prefectural order and a comprehensive list of candidates for the first round have been made available, with downloadable PDF documents providing accessible information for voters. Similarly, Pas-de-Calais has released an arrêté listing all registered candidates for both municipal and community elections, supplemented by additional documents aimed at municipal officials.

Essonne has also issued its prefectural order specifying candidates eligible for the elections on March 15, reflecting the critical electoral preparations in the region. Meanwhile, Côte-d'Or finalized candidate registrations on February 26 at 6 PM, followed by a draw on February 27 to determine the order in which candidate panels will appear on ballots. Two prefectoral orders now list candidates by municipality and district according to the draw, clarifying the official electoral lineup.

These published documents are essential tools for voters and stakeholders, presenting verified candidate information for the upcoming elections. Readers seeking further details and official documents are encouraged to consult the websites of each respective prefecture.

This formal disclosure marks an important milestone in the 2026 municipal election process, ensuring transparency and preparedness as France heads to the polls in mid-March.