EU Citizens Can Vote in Czechia’s October Elections: Here’s How
EU citizens living in Czechia can vote in the country’s municipal elections this October, but those who are not already registered will need to take action before election day. The elections will take place on October 9 and 10, with voters in Prague choosing representatives for both the Prague City Assembly and their local municipal district. EU citizens aged 18 or over who have permanent or registered temporary residence in Czechia can vote in municipal elections. However, they must be registered in the relevant electoral register. Registering to vote The deadline for registration is October 7, but the civic initiative Volby pro všechny recommends registering as soon as possible. Its EU Voter Registration Tool generates the necessary application form and explains how to submit it to the relevant municipal or district office. Registering early also means voters should receive their ballot papers at home before election day, giving them time to understand the unfamiliar Czech voting system. Those who register closer to the deadline will receive their ballots at the polling station. There is also an important option for those who miss the registration deadline. According to Volby pro všechny, EU citizens will have a special possibility this year to... The post EU Citizens Can Vote in Czechia’s October Elections: Here’s How appeared first on Prague Morning .