FAQ about the Municipal Elections
Am I eligible to vote?
Citizens of the European Union (EU) member states who are 18 years old or over can vote in municipal council and European Parliament elections immediately upon moving to the Netherlands.
Non-Dutch, non-EU nationals who are 18 years old or over and who have been living continuously in the Netherlands for at least 5 years (with a residence permit), are also allowed to vote in municipal elections.
You have the right to vote in the municipality you are registered with, so long as you are registered with the municipality by January 31, 2022.
Voting is spread out over several days due to the ongoing public health crisis. This means you can go to the physical polling stations during one of those days. More details about your local voting stations can be found at your city's website.
Can I Vote Tool
For a few cities we have created a tool that allows you to quickly check whether you are eligible to vote in the municipal elections. Do you live in one of these cities? Check the link below:
Amsterdam Nijmegen Leiden Rotterdam
Den Haag Groningen Utrecht
How can I vote?
At least 14 days before the election
All eligible voters automatically receive a personal voting pass (stempas) at their home address. Take this pass and a valid proof of ID to any polling station in your municipality to vote.
Your voting pass and ID will allow you to vote at any polling station in your municipality on the day(s) of the election. Your pass proves to the polling station that you have not yet voted at any other polling station, as it has authenticity features and an unique number. A passport counts as valid proof of ID.
At least 4 days before the election
You will receive the list of candidates, including the addresses of the polling stations.
Do I need to register to vote?
No. If you meet the eligibility requirements listed above you are automatically registered to vote and you will receive a personal voting pass at your home address.
Are you looking for more information about voting in municipal elections? Check the website of the government of the Netherlands.