Letting someone else vote (proxy)
Are you unable to go to the polling station yourself? Then you can let someone else vote for you.
Back of voting pass
If you live in the same municipality as the person voting on your behalf, you can authorize them by completing the proxy section on the back of your voting pass.
You will receive your voting pass approximately two weeks before election day.
If this is not possible (for example because you are abroad), you can request a written proxy authorization.
Request written power of attorney
You can apply online, at the town hall or by post.
Requests must be submitted before the deadline set by the municipality, which is
- Online: deadline set for Tuesday March 17, 2026, at 12.00 noon.
- Town hall: deadline set for Tuesday March 17, 2026, at 12.00 noon.
- Post: deadline set for Friday March 13, 2026.
How does the other person vote for you?
The authorized person receives proof that they may vote for you. They must cast your vote at the same time as their own vote and may vote for a maximum of two other voters.
Please note: The initiative to authorize someone must come from you. It is prohibited to pay for a vote or to force someone to vote on your behalf.
Once you have authorized someone, you cannot withdraw this, and you can no longer vote for yourself.