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EU Citizens Can Vote in Czechia's October Elections: Here's How
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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 register directly at their polling station on election day, provided they bring the required identification and proof of residence.
Find your polling station
Voters cannot simply choose any polling station. Their home address determines where they can vote.
The Polling Station Finder allows residents to enter their address and find the correct polling place. It can also create a calendar reminder for election day.
Voters should bring a valid ID or passport and the relevant Czech residence document.
What will Prague residents vote for?
Prague voters will cast two votes: one for the Prague City Assembly, covering the capital as a whole, and one for the council of their municipal district.
For those unfamiliar with the division of responsibilities, Volby pro všechny has created a “Who Does What?” quiz explaining which level of local government deals with different issues.
The organization has also published an overview of political parties and groups and is preparing a quiz that will allow users to compare their answers on policy questions with the positions of Czech political parties.
A guide in 23 EU languages
Volby pro všechny has also prepared a seven-step checklist for EU citizens, available as a downloadable PDF in 23 EU languages.
For EU citizens who have never voted in Czechia before, the resources provide a straightforward way to check their registration, find their polling station and understand what to expect on election day.
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