Although the Filipino population in Austria is not as significant as in its surrounding European nations, they may immediately start preparing for the 2022 national elections by determining if they are qualified to vote. To get started, go to the Philippine Foreign Mission’s website and look for your information on the list of certified overseas voters.
The voter list for the 2022 elections has been made public by the Philippine Embassy in Austria. In the National and Local Elections, the most recent list of certified overseas voters (CLOV) will be utilised. This document may be used to determine if the country has any abroad Filipinos.
Philippine Elections 2022: List of Registered Filipino OFW Voters in Austria
In the Philippines, the presidential elections will take place soon (but earlier for overseas absentee voters). And right now, everyone is following a variety of channels and platforms to assess each candidate’s aims and viewpoints before deciding whether or not to vote for them.
Filipinos residing in other countries, such as Austria, should be aware of the overseas voting system in order to have a seamless and trouble-free election experience this year. This article will assist you in your voting preparations as well as offer an overview of what to expect once the overseas voting process begins.
Overseas Filipinos who have registered to vote in the elections may be able to obtain assistance from Philippine diplomatic missions. Officials from the Philippine embassies will guide citizens through the voting processes in the coming elections. Thus, make sure your name is on the country’s list of certified overseas voters (CLOV) before participating in the Philippine national elections from Austria.
Certified List of Overseas Voters in Vienna
By visiting their website or phoning their office, the Philippine embassy can provide you with the most up-to-date information and assistance on national elections and overseas voting in the country. By clicking on the link below, you may also find out who from Austria has registered to vote in the 2022 Philippine national elections.
- Land-based Overseas Filipino Voters in Austria: https://comelec.gov.ph/php-tpls-attachments/OverseasVoting/2022NLE/CLOV/EUROPE/VIENNA.pdf
Please contact the country’s diplomatic office if you are a Filipino residing in Austria and need assistance with the offshore voting procedure or authenticating your information on the CLOV. Despite its vastness, the list is organized alphabetically to make navigation simpler. COMELEC officials may also make comments and give further information. To check your voter’s details from the list, use the simple shortcut provided in the following section.
Tip: To prevent having to navigate through a long list of names, use CTRL + F. On the website, there will be a search bar where you may input your last name to see if your information is available. Because the document is case-sensitive, double-check that your name is spelled correctly and that the field contains no additional spaces or characters.
If your name appears on the country’s list of certified overseas voters, you will be entitled to vote in the Philippine presidential elections in 2022. The voting session for overseas voters will run from April 27 to May 9.
Question: What if I’m not on the list, can I still vote?
Answer: Anyone who has not registered for this election would be denied the right to vote. Those who are unable to vote this year must register to vote in future elections once the current cycle has ended. You may register to vote in Austria or anyplace else on the earth using this guide.
How to Find your name in the list of overseas voters?
On the website of the Philippine diplomatic mission in Austria, the list of registered voters is available in PDF format. This list contains everything you’ll need to participate in the overseas voting process.
What does it mean if my name is included in the list of Overseas Voters?
This means you’ve registered to vote and will be able to vote in the coming election.
What if my name is not on the list of registered voters?
Unfortunately, you will be unable to vote in the Philippines’ national elections in 2022. If you want to vote in future elections, you must register to vote before the next election cycle.
I registered as an overseas absentee voter in 2013 and I was able to vote in the 2013 and 2016 National Elections but was unable to vote in 2019 National Elections. Do I still need to apply for certification to vote abroad?
Your name would appear on both the national voter list and the National Register of Overseas Voters. Your name will be deleted from the list if you do not vote in your host nation in 2022.
I registered as an overseas voter in 2019 but I know I will be in the Philippines come May 2022. Can I vote in the 2022 elections in the Philippines?
Yes, but you must also submit a Letter of Request for Registration Transfer from your host country’s embassy or consulate in Manila to the COMELEC-OFOV.
When will the list of certified absentee voters in Austria be released?
Within 120 days of the official election campaign period, the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) will publish a list of certified overseas voters to various foreign missions across the world.
In an official announcement, the COMELEC stated: “Preparation and Posting of Certified List of Overseas Absentee Voters. – The Commission shall prepare the Certified List of Overseas Absentee Voters within one hundred twenty (120) days before every election, and furnish within the same period copies thereof to the appropriate embassies, consulates, and other foreign service establishments, which shall post the same in their bulletin boards within ten (10) days from receipt thereof.”
Reminders When Voting During PH Elections
People’s votes are important to the government because they allow them to participate in political and educational decisions in their country. The ideal candidate will be able to deal with the country’s current state while also portraying Filipinos in a positive light in other nations.
Remember To Vote Wisely
Voters should consider the candidates’ ideals and personality traits when selecting a political leader. When it’s finally time to elect a new president, these will help us make an educated decision. For leadership positions, only those with excellent goals and purposes should be considered. Examine the candidate’s policies to determine if it contains initiatives to enhance the lives of Filipinos in other countries.
The Importance of Overseas Voting
The upcoming national elections have a lot riding on them. Furthermore, the significance of votes cast by Filipinos living in other countries cannot be overstated. Over a million Filipinos have emigrated to other nations to live or work. Their revenues help to boost the country’s economy.
Despite the fact that there is just a tiny Filipino population in Austria, Filipinos in Austria are united by their links to the country, families, and shared experiences of living abroad – some for decades or more.
Historically, many Filipino nurses in Austria wanted to work in the U.S., but they also didn’t know much about Austria. Thus, their decision to migrate to this country seemed like an uninteresting choice.
Many Filipino nurses worked in Austria due to the better wages they got there, as well as the opportunity to care for their families back home. They also felt that they were contributing to the country’s welfare.
Because the majority of these people are breadwinners, they have influence over their families’ domestic decisions. As a result, every vote cast by a Filipino residing overseas is important; make sure yours is as well.
FINAL THOUGHTS
We only have a short time to prepare for the new leaders who will change the destiny of our country as Election Day approaches.
Many people are astonished by the number of persons who have displayed their ability to lead the country, as well as the presence of dubious others claiming to be “the one” – but isn’t that true of every election?
As a result, your vote will be crucial in electing a president with the necessary abilities and experience to guide the country through these trying times.
It would be wonderful to have a leader who could cope with the country’s current crisis while also projecting a positive image in the international community.
Leaders who are devoted to democracy and freedom are essential for the country to achieve its objectives. It is critical that we all work together to strengthen the country when we choose the leaders for future elections. Let us use our collective strength, represented via our ballots, to improve our home country, the Philippines, regardless of where we are in the world.
Will you be permitted to vote in the next elections now that the certified list of overseas voters has been made public? Under the supervision and guidance of the Philippine diplomatic mission in Austria, how was the verification procedure carried out? Do you have any recommendations for Filipinos planning to vote in this year’s national elections? Is there anything else you’d like to say to other Filipinos who could be in your shoes? In the comments area below, we’d love to hear your thoughts. Also, please forward this information to any interested friends or family members.
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Embassy of Philippines in Vienna
ADDRESS: Laurenzerberg 2 A-1010 Wien (Vienna), Austria
PHONE LOCAL: (01) 533.2401
INTERNATIONAL: +43.1.533.2401
FAX LOCAL: (01) 533.240.124
INTERNATIONAL: +43.1.533.240.124
EMAIL pe.vienna@dfa.gov.ph
WEB SITE: http://www.philippine-embassy.at/
NOTES Jurisdiction: Republic of Austria, Republic of Croatia, Slovak Republic, Republic of Slovenia
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