This Sunday, Kosovo will hold parliamentary elections, where nearly 2 million citizens will have the opportunity to vote for their preferred candidates. A total of 28 political entities are participating in these elections, while approximately 105,000 voters from the diaspora will be able to cast their votes by mail or in person at diplomatic missions.
More than 2 million eligible voters in Kosovo will head to the polling stations this Sunday to elect the country’s new legislature and government.
The February 9 elections are taking place after the completion of the full term of the current Kosovo government, led by the Vetëvendosje Movement (LVV) and its leader Albin Kurti, who is seeking another term.
A total of 28 political entities, representing all communities in Kosovo, are competing for leadership in these elections.
According to the Central Election Commission (CEC), the number of eligible voters in Kosovo is 1,970,944, while 104,924 citizens have registered to vote from abroad.
Voters in Kosovo can physically cast their votes at polling stations in their respective municipalities, while diaspora voters can vote by mail or in person at Kosovo’s diplomatic missions. The polls will open at 7:00 AM and close at 7:00 PM.
According to CEC data, around 85,000 diaspora voters have chosen to vote by mail, while 20,000 will vote at Kosovo’s diplomatic missions.
Key Changes in the Electoral Process
- Due to recent legal changes, voters will not only select their preferred party but also choose up to 10 candidates for parliament. Previously, they could only vote for up to 5 candidates.
- Another major change is the vote counting process at polling stations, which will be monitored by cameras throughout to ensure transparency.
When to Expect Preliminary Results
Based on previous elections and the on-site vote counting process, preliminary results are expected just a few hours after the polls close.
Additionally, under the new law, there is no electoral silence period, meaning that political parties can continue campaigning on Saturday, when several parties are expected to hold their final election rallies.
