European elections 2024: NY Greek Consulate function to brief expats on first ever postal vote

The guest of honor and speaker, will be the Minister of Interior of Greece, Mrs. Niki Kerameus.

 Who is eligible to vote?

Only Greek citizens are eligible; this means that you must be registered in a municipality in Greece (Please see the attached flyer for guidelines).

How do I register?

It is a very simple process. Please see the attached flyer for guidelines, it is available in both Greek and English. Kindly note that assistance is available 24 hours by calling +30 210 626 6222, otherwise you may contact the Consulate General of Greece in New York by email (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or by calling 973-921-7374.

Why is it important that I vote?

It is important to use your right to vote during these elections, as they will decide which Greek politicians will represent you in the European Parliament, preparing European legislation for the next five years. This truly affects Greece and its citizens. 

May I register if I do not have a taxisnet code or TIN (AΦΜ) or a valid Greek passport?

Yes, all Greek citizens who are registered in the electoral rolls may exercise their right to vote via postal ballot, if they wish to do so. Voters who are unable to access the electronic application through one of the available options, may address this issue, through their physical appearance,

at the competent Greek Consular Authority.

Will I be able to register if I am having difficulty to use an electronic device?

Yes. Voters encountering some difficulty in the use of an electronic device may direct their inquiries and concerns by:

1. Calling +30 210 626 6222. Someone is available to answer your queries 24 hours a day.
2. Contacting the Consulate General of Greece in New York by email or telephone( E: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , P: 973-921-7374)

May I register if I do not have a Greek telephone number?

Yes. For registration, a mobile phone of a Greek or foreign mobile telephone provider is required.

How will I receive the envelope if I am known by a different name in my place of residence or residence than the one which appears in the Greek municipal registry?

In the electronic application for registration for postal voting there is a particular space for additional information, in reference to the delivery of electoral material. It is in this section, that the voter may make additional notes in order to facilitate the delivery of the election envelope by the courier company.

 I had voted, from abroad, in the previous national election which took place in 2023. Is it necessary to register again for the absentee ballot?

These voters will be informed by email and will need to log in to the postal voting application, if they wish to vote in this way, to confirm their details and enter the address at which they want to receive the election material in order to register in the special electoral lists of postal voting. 

During the European elections, polling station abroad will not be available for Greek citizens. Therefore, postal voting will be the only manner by which Greek citizens who will find themselves outside Greece on the day of the election will be able to exercise their right to vote.

Is there a cost related to receiving and shipment of the envelope?

No. Receiving the envelope of the absentee ballot, is done at no cost to the receiver as the cost is covered by Foreign Affairs. The shipment returning the postal ballot by the voter, will require payment by the voter. In this case, provision will be made for a refund to the voter at a fixed rate.