Ülle Madise takes the oath as President of Estonia, succeeding Alar Karis
13 October 2026
Ülle Madise took the oath of office as President of the Republic before the Riigikogu, Estonia's parliament, on 12 October 2026.
Her oath includes the pledge to steadfastly defend the Constitution and the laws of the Republic of Estonia.
Outgoing President Alar Karis placed the presidential chain of office, featuring the national coat of arms, around her neck.
Afterwards the two presidents signed the Riigikogu guestbook in the White Hall of Toompea Castle.
The Riigikogu had elected Madise on 2 September 2026 in the first round of voting, with 71 votes in favour.
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Riigikogu Parliament of Estonia — The Estonian parliament, which elected Madise and received her oath.
Toompea Castle Seat of the Riigikogu in Tallinn — The castle where the presidents signed the Riigikogu guestbook after the ceremony.