Losser residents head to polls on March 18 to elect new municipal council
On March 18, 2026, residents of Losser will cast their votes to elect a new municipal council. Your vote shapes local policies on housing, transport, and community services—here’s what you need to know to participate smoothly.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Election Date | Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| Voting Hours | 07:30 – 21:00 |
| Required Documents | Polling card + valid ID (passport, ID card, or driver’s license) |
| Polling Card Replacement Deadline | Until March 17, 12:00 at Losser town hall (no appointment needed) |
| Polling Stations | Wheelchair accessible, with magnifying glasses, disabled parking, and sign language support |
| Special Facilities | Oldenhove polling station (Lutterstraat 4) offers Braille templates, audio support, and more |
| Proxy Voting Rules | Max 2 proxies per voter; proxy must live in Losser and vote for themselves |
| More Info | losser.nl/verkiezingen or call 053 – 481 7200 |
The municipality of Losser organizes and oversees local elections to ensure democratic representation. It is responsible for facilitating voter access, providing polling stations, and enforcing electoral rules to guarantee a fair and inclusive voting process.
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Municipal elections on Wednesday, March 18
On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, residents of the municipality of Losser will elect their new municipal council. You can vote between 07:30 and 21:00. What you need to know is explained in this article.
What to bring to vote
- Your polling card
If you have not received your polling card, you can request a new one at the Losser town hall until Tuesday, March 17, at 12:00. No appointment is required. - A valid passport, ID card, or driver’s license (valid at least until March 19, 2021)
Polling stations
Your polling card will list nearby polling stations, and you can also view all polling stations in the municipality of Losser at https://www.losser.nl/stembureaus. All locations are wheelchair accessible and equipped with, among other things, a magnifying glass and disabled parking. An online sign language interpreter is also available.
Polling station with additional facilities
Polling station Oldenhove (Lutterstraat 4) offers extra facilities, such as a Braille ballot template with audio support, remote sign language interpretation, and a communication desk where a staff member’s voice is transmitted to your hearing aid or headphones.
Voting
To vote, mark the white box to the left of the name of your chosen candidate in red. Fold the ballot paper so that the list of candidates is not visible, then place it in the ballot box. Note: If you make a mistake, ask for a new ballot paper—this is allowed once!
Your vote will not be valid if you:
- use a color other than red;
- mark more than one box in red;
- add drawings or text.
Voting by proxy
Another voter can cast your vote on your behalf. This is called granting a proxy vote. The easiest way is to fill out the back of your polling card and sign it. You must also provide a copy of your passport, ID card, or driver’s license—this can be done digitally, for example via your phone. The following rules apply:
- The person voting on your behalf must live in the municipality of Losser;
- They must also vote for themselves at the same time;
- This person can vote on behalf of a maximum of two other individuals.
Voting guide and losser.allekandaten.nl
If you are still unsure who to vote for, complete a voting guide. For more information about the candidates, visit losser.allekandidaten.nl.
More information
For further details, visit losser.nl/verkiezingen. You can also call 053 – 481 7200. We are happy to assist you.
Our office address is: Raadshuisplein 1 in Losser. For election-related questions, you can visit us without an appointment from Monday to Friday. Office hours are 08:30 to 16:30, and on Thursday evenings from 17:00 to 19:30.