Elections

In the Netherlands, elections are held for the House of Representatives, Provincial States, the municipal council, the water board and the European Parliament. Your opinion counts and makes a difference. Let your voice be heard!

When are elections?

  • October 29, 2025: House of Representatives elections
  • March 18, 2026: Municipal election

  • March 17, 2027: Provincial election

Why is your voice important?

The decisions of the political parties are important for your personal life. They decide on matters that affect everyone, from young to old. Think for example of work for young people, opening hours of shops and cafés, the redevelopment of your neighbourhood, education and the construction of new homes. So use your right to vote and vote for the party that suits you best! In this way you let us know what is important to you.

Voting aids

Who are you going to vote for? To make that choice easier, there are voting aids. A voting aid shows which topics are at stake in the elections and what the political parties think about them. The voting aids are usually ready a few weeks before the elections: 

Polling stations

On the websites whereismyvotingstation or election image you will find a list of polling stations in the municipality of Heerlen a few weeks before the elections. It also states which polling stations are accessible to people with reduced mobility or a disability.