Registered political parties

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Find information about registered political parties (RPPs), how to register a party, already registered parties, party changes, re registration and reviews.

About registered political parties

Learn what a RPP is and their responsibilities.

About RPP’s

Register a political party

Eligible political parties can apply for registration with us. 

How to register a political party

Currently registered parties

We maintain a register of current political parties in Victoria.

See RPPs

Party decisions and changes

See previously registered Victorian parties and party changes.

View party changes

Party re-registration

RPPs must re-register every 4 years. The next re-registration will be in 2028.

About party re-registration

Party registration reviews

We may review registered political parties. We will notify a registered political party when it is under review.

About party registration reviews

Changing details for a registered political party

A registered political party can ask to change its name, logo or registered officer.

The deadline to apply to change a party’s name or logo for the 2026 state election is Monday 1 June 2026.

Parties must contact us at rppregistration@vec.vic.gov.au for more information.