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Voting for internationals

Are you an international living in Wageningen?
Then you are probably eligible to vote in the upcoming municipal elections on March 18!

Am I eligible to vote during the municipal elections?

Yes, if you are a resident of a Dutch municipality and:

– You are an EU-citizen;
– Or you have been legally registered in the Netherlands for at least 5 years and are in possession of a valid residence document

Why should I vote during the municipal elections?

There is one simple reason: Wageningen is your city too! The municipality plays an important role on issues such as traffic (bike, car, public transportation), leisure (sports, bars, cultural events) and facilities (Startpunt, public information and events). Different political parties have varying views on how these topics should be prioritised. There are also large ideological differences on how parties view topics such as immigration, sustainability and the European Union. You have a say in this, your vote shapes the future.

Do I need to register as a voter?

No, if eligible to vote you will automatically receive an invitation via a so-called poll card (stempas) by mail from your municipality.

When will I receive this polling card?

Your municipality is required to send you a poll card at least 14 days before the elections are held. If you haven’t received your voting pass you should contact your municipality. In Wageningen, this is: [email protected] or via the phone on:
+31 317 49 29 11

For more information on the elections, take a look at this website.

Having troubles? We are happy to help. Send an e-mail to [email protected]

When can I vote?

The next elections will be held on 18 march. You can vote between 7:30 and 21:00. Keep this website in mind for the most updated information.

Where can I vote?

You are allowed to vote in any polling station within Wageningen borders. This can be a polling station near your home or workplace, but it could also be somewhere else, for example, at the Forum building on campus. A list of all the polling stations in Wageningen (including accessible stations) can be found here.

On your poll card (stempas) the address of one specific polling station will be printed. This is only a suggestion by the municipality for a polling station nearby your home. But you are not obliged to vote there.

What should I bring when voting?

You need to take 2 things with you when going to vote:

  • Your poll card (stempas).
  • A valid form of identification (eg. passport, driver’s license or ID card).
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