Presidential election 2025. Free transport. We explain who can benefit
In the upcoming presidential election in 2025, facilities were introduced to increase electoral attendance among those for whom reaching the electoral venue could be a challenge. 1 specified solution is free transport. Who can usage it and how can study the request to pass?
Presidential elections This is 1 of the most crucial events in a democratic country. Participation in the vote is not only a right, but besides a civic duty, which allows for a real impact on the future of the country.
However, for any voters, especially seniors and people with disabilities, it can be a large challenge to scope the polling place alone.
Who can usage free transportation?
In accordance with the amendment to the Electoral Code, signed by president Andrzej Duda on 14 March 2023, the right to free transport to the electoral premises is granted:
- persons with disabilities – voters with a crucial or average degree of disability,
- seniors – persons who will turn 60 at the latest on election day, i.e. 18 May 2025.
In addition, if the voter's wellness condition does not let for a self-travel, it is possible to usage transport with a carer.
PixabayHow to study the request for transport?
In order to usage free transport to the electoral premises, specified a request should be reported to the municipal office competent for the place of residence of the voter. The notification may be made as follows:
- personally – making an application at the municipal office,
- by telephone – by contacting the office at the number indicated by the local authorities,
- Electronic – via net systems available on municipal offices.
Each the municipality individually determines how transport is organised, so it is worth checking the details with local authorities.
The notification shall indicate:
- name,
- address of residence,
- information on the degree of disability (if applicable),
- a message of the wellness condition preventing the electoral establishment from reaching itself (if necessary).
After submitting the application, the municipal office shall inform the voter of the time of transport to the electoral premises no later than 3 days before the vote.
SEE: Presidential election 2025. Who can vote?
The voter may retreat the application or cancel the return transport no later than 2 days before the election. Resignation may be made orally, in writing or electronically.
What are the alternate forms of voting?
In addition to free transport, people with disabilities and seniors can usage another forms of voting:
- by correspondence vote – the application can be submitted online (using a trusted profile), personally at the municipal office or by post,
- vote by proxy – authorised persons may appoint a typical to talk on their behalf. For this purpose, an appropriate application must be submitted to the municipal office.
SEE: How do you vote outside your home? Presidential elections 2025
The introduction of free transport and another facilities aims to guarantee that all citizens can participate full in presidential elections, regardless of age or wellness situation.
== sync, corrected by elderman ==
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