Australians abroad, including Greek Australians, will be able to cast their votes in the upcoming federal election through overseas voting centres, including one at the Australian embassy in Athens.
The embassy will host in-person voting from April 23 to May 2, with the following schedule:
- April 23 to April 25: 8.30 am – 3.00 pm
- April 28 to April 30: 8.30 am – 3.00 pm
- May 2: 8.30 am – 12.00 pm
The embassy is located at 5 Hatzigianni-Mexi, and the phone number for inquiries is +30 21 0870 4000.
While voting is not mandatory for Australians overseas, the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) notes that if citizens fail to vote and do not notify the AEC, they may be contacted for an explanation.
The AEC has announced that overseas voting centres will be available globally, but their hours of operation will vary. A list of these centres, along with specific dates and hours, is available on the AEC website.
For those unable to vote in person, the AEC encourages applying for a postal vote through their website. The AEC has also issued a warning about the potential risks of unsolicited postal ballot requests from political parties, which may compromise voter privacy.
