Over 25,600 Greeks living abroad go to the polls Saturday, the second time that the diaspora can participate in national elections in their place of residence.

The polling stations, which are located in embassies and consulates, Greek Orthodox Church premises and Greek community buildings, are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time.

Polling stations were established where there were at least 40 voters registered.

Greek sailors can also vote in overseas polling stations, even if they are not included in the special electoral lists. However, they must present their Greek naval booklet in addition to an identity card or passport.

Upon the closure of the polls, officials in overseas polling stations will simply count the number of votes cast, without opening the envelopes. The ballots will then be sent to Athens, where officials will then open them and count them after voting has concluded in Greece. [AMNA]

Source: Ekathimerini.com