3 Local Police Positions in Orihuela 2026: Requirements, Deadlines and How to Apply

Key data

The Orihuela City Council convenes 3 Local Police Agent positions through competitive examination with merit evaluation, published in the BOE on October 21, 2026 (reference BOE-A-2026-21900). The call is structured in two differentiated shifts: open competition for general applicants and mobility shift for police officers wishing to join Orihuela's workforce.

The most urgent fact: the application submission deadline is 10 working days from the day following publication in the BOE, which places the approximate deadline at the end of October or early November 2026. Any interested applicant must act immediately.

What does this call establish?

The Resolution of September 25, 2026 from the Orihuela City Council regulates the selection process to fill three Local Police Agent positions. The chosen system is competitive examination with merit evaluation, which combines an examination phase (selective tests) with a merit evaluation phase (assessment of qualifications).

The complete bases governing the process were published in the Official Gazette of the Province of Alicante (BOP) no. 80, April 30, 2026, and subsequently amended in July 2026. These bases are the reference document for knowing the syllabus, specific requirements, tests and applicable merit scale. Publication in the BOE on October 21, 2026 acts as the official call and opens the registration period.

To learn about the specific requirements for each shift (qualifications, age, height, physical condition, background, etc.), the syllabus and the development of the selection process phases, it is essential to consult the bases published in the Official Gazette of Alicante no. 80 of April 30, 2026 and its amendment from July 2026.

Operational impact: shifts and positions

From an operational perspective, this call has two different readings depending on the applicant's profile:

• For external applicants (open competition): 2 of the 3 available positions are offered, which represents a coverage rate of 66.7% of the total convened. Access is open to any citizen meeting the general requirements of the bases.
• For active police officers (mobility shift): 1 reserved position, which allows transfer without needing to pass all tests of the open competition. This shift is especially relevant for officers already serving in other municipalities of the Valencian Community or elsewhere in Spain who wish to change their destination to Orihuela.

The 10 working days deadline is particularly short. In practical terms, counting from October 22, 2026 (day following publication), the deadline expires approximately on November 4 or 5, 2026, depending on applicable local and regional holidays. Applicants should verify the exact date in the Official Gazette of Alicante.

Who does it affect?

• Applicants for Local Police positions meeting the general requirements established in the bases of the Official Gazette of Alicante no. 80 of April 30, 2026 and its amendment from July 2026.
• Active officers from Local Police bodies from any Spanish municipality interested in transferring to Orihuela through the mobility shift.
• Exam preparation academies and training centers for security forces that must inform and guide their students about this call.
• Public employment advisors and HR managers from the local public sector who monitor calls in the province of Alicante.

Practical example

An active Local Police officer in the Torrevieja City Council (Alicante) wishing to transfer to Orihuela for personal or family reasons can apply to the mobility shift, which reserves 1 position specifically for this profile. As it is a competitive examination with merit evaluation, their previous experience as a police officer will be valued in the merit evaluation phase (merit scale), which can represent a competitive advantage over other open competition candidates.

This officer must submit their application within the 10 working days following October 21, 2026, providing the documentation required by the bases published in the Official Gazette of Alicante no. 80. If they do not submit the application on time, they will be excluded from the process regardless of their qualifications.

What should you do now?

1. Verify if you meet the requirements: Download and read the complete bases published in the Official Gazette of Alicante no. 80 of April 30, 2026 and its amendment from July 2026. Check qualifications, age, physical condition and other requirements before submitting your application.
2. Identify your shift: Determine whether you should apply to the open competition (external applicant) or the mobility shift (active police officer). The conditions and process may differ between both shifts.
3. Calculate the exact deadline: The 10 working days deadline begins on October 22, 2026. Subtract local and regional holidays of the Valencian Community to avoid missing the deadline.
4. Prepare the documentation: Gather in advance all documents required in the bases (ID, qualifications, medical certificates, qualifications if applicable, etc.) to avoid last-minute rush.
5. Submit your application on time: Follow the submission procedure indicated in the bases (in-person or electronic). An application submitted after the deadline results in automatic exclusion from the process.

Official source

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Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-21900