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Register to Vote

How to Register to Vote from outside the EU

The European Elections 2024 take place from 6 - 9 June 2024. It is the largest exercise in democracy in Europe, where people from all across the EU vote for their values and communities' interests. The more people who vote, the stronger European democracy becomes.

For European Union citizens who will be abroad during the elections, it's often possible to vote remotely. To learn more about when you should register to vote in this year's European elections, follow the link to information about European Elections 24 - registration deadlines for EU citizens abroad

European Elections 6-9 June 2024

Democracy is what makes us

2024 will be a major political milestone for the European Union. The European Elections from 6 to 9 June are one of the biggest democratic events on the planet and the only multinational election in the world. 2024 will put Europe's democracy centre stage. Millions of Europeans will participate in shaping the future of European democracy on the occasion of the European elections. It is a unique moment when we can all collectively decide on the future of the European Union. Because Europe is all of us, wherever we are!

Voting is always important, be it at local, regional, national or European level. It is an excellent opportunity to have your say on topics you care about.

Your vote matters!

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National Rules at a Glance
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As an EU national, you have the right to vote and stand as a candidate in European Parliament elections. Each EU country decides the date or dates during that period when the vote will take place. For more precise information, consult the national authorities in the relevant country.

Have a look at the 2024 European Elections: National Rules at a Glance

How to vote if you're an EU Citizen living abroad
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If you are an EU citizen living abroad you can vote in your country of residence, or in your country of origin if voting from abroad or online is not possible. If you live in a third country outside the EU, check the information on how to vote from your country of origin.

Find out How to vote if you are an EU Citizen living abroad

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Sign up now to get voting reminders and ensure you don't forget to use your vote. Because the more people vote, the stronger democracy becomes.

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EU Citizenship - Rights and opportunities
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EU citizenship is a unique concept. If you are a national of one of the 27 EU Member States, then you are also automatically an EU citizen. This enables you to enjoy certain rights and benefits that are distinct from being a national of an EU Member State. What’s more, these rights are valid in all 27 EU Member States. 

EU citizenship can open up a world of possibilities.  This brochure provides you with what you need to know about your rights and explains how they can be used best as an EU citizen.

EU Elections 2024: Reasons to vote

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