TEHRAN– The spokesperson for the Constitutional Council, Hadi Tahan Nazif, has announced on Saturday the approval of amendments to the presidential election law and measures to enhance the transparency of the three branches of government.

During a press conference, Tahan Nazif expressed condolences for the martyrdom of the late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and disclosed that the Council reviewed 12 drafts and bills, along with 11 queries. 
 
In light of the identity verification process for the upcoming snap presidential election in late June, Tahan Nazif stated, "In the forthcoming elections, identity verification will be conducted using both the national ID card and the birth certificate." He highlighted that the amendments to Articles 19 and 22 of the Presidential Election Law were examined and found to be in compliance with both Sharia and the Constitution.

Iranian origin and citizenship: key criteria for presidential candidates

Addressing questions regarding the eligibility criteria for presidential candidates, Tahan Nazif referred to Article 115 of the Constitution and Article 35 of the Presidential Election Law. He clarified, "Iranian origin and Iranian citizenship are stipulated by law as essential conditions for registration in the presidential elections. Naturally, anyone meeting these two criteria can register as a candidate."