Q&A for How to Create a Political Party

Yes, you can. The requirements for state and national are very similar, although you should still look up the state requirements, to be sure of what is required.

The rules vary from country to country, but in theory you can have as many physical party members as you want. In most countries, in order to register as a political party, you need at least one person to be registered as having certain roles within your party. For example, you'll need a financial manager.

It means that you identify with a political party. For example, if you are democratically affiliated, it means you are part of, or support, the democratic party.

Only natural-born citizens of the United States are eligible for the presidency. However, there are no restrictions on creating a political party.

Yes. However support is hard to acquire. If you are really committed, start small with a seat in an assembly. After a few terms and some millions of dollars and tireless service (instead of only talking nonsense), if the majority of people are convinced that your party can be trusted AND vote for them, the government will be yours. Keep in mind, it is not necessary to create a political party in order to run for office.

The existing parties may try to change laws or procedures to limit the power of the new party. They may also refuse to work or compromise with the new party.

Consider the creation of the Hamiltonian Party of the United States, based around John Jay and Alexander Hamilton's Federalist ideas as a source of inspiration. If you are conservative or right-leaning, create a party like the Jeffersonian or Jacksonian party. If you lean left, then you could create something like the Adamsian or Madisonian party. A name that will remind people of the founders of the original political philosophies will help to give your party credibility, such as the liberal Hamiltonian federalists and conservative Jeffersonian or Jacksonian Democratic-Republicans.

If you've already got your party register in the US, then no you can't move it. If you haven't, then yes, but your going to have to find new political supporters within your new country and get it registered there.

The cost will vary from country to country, and even from state to state. Expect that it will cost A LOT, but you can do various fundraising activities to get your message out to potential donors and ask them for money.

You could either choose another name or just add another adjective (i.e "Progressive Party" and "Progressive Democratic Party").

Nope. The Communist Party USA (CPUSA) has been an American communist party since the early 20th century.

To register a political party, contact the New Zealand Electoral Commission, they have lots of information and documentation for you to look over. Visit this website: election.org.nz/parties-candidates/new-political-parties-and-logos.

Register with the Electoral Commission online, and then you can run for office under a party banner, rather than as an independent.

Keep your party's inner circle as small as possible, and tell those who have viewpoints you don't approve of that they're not welcome in the party.

If you're a bit lost on what to put on your party's manifesto, do some research in your party's view on potential issues and problems with your country. Then figure out within your party how you might solve those issues, always backing your approaches with hard numbers and evidence. You won't get anywhere if your lying. If your need help with writing or proofreading or you just want some feed back, then approach people you know like, friends, colleagues, teachers, and so on.

Think of the ideology you advocated. For example: The Fascist Party, The Conservative Party, The Communist Party. Make sure to add the country demonym (British, French, etc.) in the party name to represent what country your party represents.

It can, if you believe your party should follow the rules of whatever religion you believe in. Many political parties, such as the Christian Heritage Party of Canada, are run on Christian values. If you want your party to be secular, avoid talking about religion and following rules directly linked to religion.

There is no age limit. Just realize that once the party is started, you individually do not control it. its members control it. So make sure you spend a lot of time on the bylaws during formation.

You technically could, though you'd need someone over the age of 18 as your representative for signing any legal documents.

To be official, a party must have at least 100 members.

To start your own political party in the United Kingdom, you have to be 18 years old.

You will likely need at least a Chairperson, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer though there isn't necessarily a limit. Some may find the need for a Comptroller as well as possibly Regional Chairs (chosen from on state level chairs). It really depends on how thorough you want your party to be run based on how many supporters you can get. Then, of course, the makeup of the executive board will likely have committees and subcommittees {eg: Campaign Finance (Appropriations, Budget), Management, Qualifying as a National Party, Qualifying as a State Party, Rules and Reform (Ethics, Oversight), etc.).