Canary Islands Police Recruitment Extension

Overview

The Canary Islands' public safety authorities have officially extended the recruitment process for the Basic Scale of the Canary Islands Police by over four months, pushing back the original timeline. The move comes after organizational and operational considerations, ensuring fair preparation time for applicants.

The extension applies to the internal promotion exam for police officers, with the new deadline set for approximately mid-December 2025.

Key Details

• Candidates have confirmed testing dates scheduled for early September at two key islands.
• Physical tests will take place in Tenerife on September 4 and in Gran Canaria on September 5.
• Applicants are required to present medical certifications validating their physical fitness.
• The process includes revisions to physical test standards and the inclusion of new provisions for tribunal member substitutions, made by recent legal adjustments.

Implications

This delay matters for prospective officers, giving them extra time to prepare amidst an ongoing effort to modernize and streamline police recruitment.

The full list of admitted and rejected candidates has been published, alongside the specifics of test locations and schedules.

Overall, the extension aims to ensure a thorough, fair selection process that aligns with the region’s commitments to effective law enforcement staffing.