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"[T]he right to vote and to be elected may be accorded to citizens residing abroad. "
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CoE (Venice Commission): Code of Good Practice in Electoral Matters, I.1.1.c.v

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Code of Good Practice in Electoral Matters

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  • Limits on the right to vote may be based on residency.
  • Residency requirements should not be excessive, or may be considered discriminatory.
  • Limits on individuals wishing to run for office may only be based on objective and reasonable criteria, including residency.
  • Provisions should be made for absentee registrants.
  • Accommodation to vote should be made for voters with special needs, including workers (and migrant workers out of country).
  • Accommodation to vote should be made for voters with special needs, including eligible voters currently out of the country.
  • Methods to facilitate voting may include voting abroad.
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