Use this page to download all of the forms and other information necessary to register a campaign committee, party committee, separate segregated fund or nonconnected committee with the FEC. While most committees can file their reports electronically, committees continue to register on paper. If you have questions, please contact the FEC's Information Division toll-free at 800-424-9530 or by e-mail at info@fec.gov.
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Candidate Registration Toolkit
Essential:
- FEC Form 1 - Statement of Organization [PDF]
- Screen-fillable FEC Form 1 [PDF]
- Screen-fillable FEC Form 1 with audio instructions [PDF]
- FEC Form 2 - Statement of Candidacy [PDF]
- Screen-fillable FEC Form 2 with audio instructions [PDF]
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- Candidate Registration Presentation [MPEG]
- Candidate Registration Brochure [PDF]
- Committee Treasurers Brochure [PDF]
- Campaign Guide for Congressional Candidates and Committees [PDF]
- Compliance with Laws Outside the FEC's Jurisdiction [PDF]
Party Registration Toolkit
Essential:
- FEC Form 1 - Statement of Organization [PDF]
- Screen-fillable FEC Form 1 [PDF]
- Screen fillable FEC Form 1 with audio instructions [PDF]
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SSF Registration Toolkit
Essential:
- FEC Form 1 - Statement of Organization [PDF]
- Screen-fillable FEC Form 1 [PDF]
- Screen fillable FEC Form 1 with audio instructions [PDF]
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Nonconnected PAC Registration Toolkit
Essential:
- FEC Form 1 - Statement of Organization [PDF]
- Screen-fillable FEC Form 1 [PDF]
- Screen fillable FEC Form 1 with audio instructions [PDF]
- IE Committee Letter [PDF] - Template for letter independent expenditure committees may file with their FEC Form 1, pending forthcoming FEC rules.
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