Who can vote in Sweden?
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Published: 6 May, 2009 CET.
Updated: Wed 6 May 2009 11:47 CET
All Swedish citizens aged 18 or over are eligible to vote. In addition, all citizens of EU countries resident in Sweden are eligible to vote in Sweden.
However, citizens of other EU member states have the option of voting in Sweden or in their home countries – but not both.
Thus, the Election Authority has sent out notices to all non-Swedish EU citizens living in the country allowing them to indicate their preference. These forms should be completed and returned by May 8th at the latest.
Next: How do I vote and how does the election work?
Step by Step guide:
1. The European Parliament in 30 seconds or less
2. European Parliamentary Elections
4. How do I vote and how does the election work?
5. Who on earth do I vote for on June 7th?
6. But what do the parties in Sweden actually want to do?
6 a. Riksdag Parties (from left to right)
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However, citizens of other EU member states have the option of voting in Sweden or in their home countries – but not both.
Thus, the Election Authority has sent out notices to all non-Swedish EU citizens living in the country allowing them to indicate their preference. These forms should be completed and returned by May 8th at the latest.
Next: How do I vote and how does the election work?
Step by Step guide:
1. The European Parliament in 30 seconds or less
2. European Parliamentary Elections
4. How do I vote and how does the election work?
5. Who on earth do I vote for on June 7th?
6. But what do the parties in Sweden actually want to do?
6 a. Riksdag Parties (from left to right)
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