On 13 September 2026, polling stations for early mobile voting in the elections of deputies of the Russian Federation State Duma of the IX convocation opened in five cities of Kazakhstan. Russian citizens present in the country who have reached the age of 18 may take part in the voting. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
The main stage of the elections in Russia is scheduled for 18-20 September, but early mobile commissions have been organised for the convenience of citizens abroad.
Where the voting is organised
The voting is organised on the basis of large cultural and educational facilities.
Activity in Taldykorgan
Diplomats noted that in Taldykorgan high voter activity has been recorded since the morning.
Operating hours of the polling stations
The polling stations operate in a standard mode: in most cities voting will continue until 18:00 local time, and in Taldykorgan — until 16:00.
How to receive a ballot
In order to receive a ballot, Russian citizens need only come to the polling station in person and present an identity document — an internal or foreign passport.
The main day of the elections
The main day of the elections of deputies of the State Duma of the IX convocation will take place in Russia on 20 September 2026. On the same day, stationary polling stations in Kazakhstan will open in Astana, Almaty, Uralsk, Ust-Kamenogorsk, Aktau and Priozersk.