Elections in Slovakia: Latest Polls, Information & Historical Results

If the Parliamentary Election in Slovakia Were Held Today...

Who could enter parliament?

In the current election trend, 8 parties could enter parliament: SMER reaches 30 MPs, HLAS reaches 15 MPs, PS reaches 41 MPs, S reaches 14 MPs, SaS reaches 11 MPs, KDH reaches 10 MPs, Demokrati reaches 9 MPs and Republika reaches 20 MPs.

Next election: 2027

The next parliamentary election in Slovakia is expected to take place in 2027.

Government might not stay in office

In the current election trend, the government parties receive 30.0% of the votes.
150
Majority requires 76 seats
SMER
30
-12
20%
HLAS
15
-12
10%
PS
41
+9
27.3%
S
14
9.3%
SaS
11
±0
7.3%
KDH
10
-2
6.7%
D
9
+9
6%
REP
20
+20
13.3%
Political orientation
SMER
HLAS
PS
S
SaS
KDH
D
REP
What do the symbols mean?
Far left
Left-wing
Centre-left
Center
Centre-right
Right-wing
Far right
Transversal
Liberal politics
Environment & Climate
Animal Protection
Satire
Regional interests
Unknown

Electoral system

One Parliament, one electoral district: Slovakia's unique system

Slovakia votes differently than most countries: the entire country forms a single electoral district for the 150 parliamentary seats. Voters cast their votes for party lists but can also prefer individual candidates. This uniqueness ensures that every vote counts equally nationwide – whether it's from Bratislava or a small village.

5% threshold: Small parties face challenges

To enter the Slovak Parliament, a party needs at least 5% of all votes. This threshold is one of the highest in Europe and ensures stable majorities. For coalitions of two parties, the threshold is 7%, and for larger alliances, it is even higher. As a result, usually only 5 to 7 parties manage to enter Parliament.

Preference votes: Voters can elevate candidates

Slovak voters have more power than in many other countries: they can prefer up to four candidates on the chosen party list. If a candidate gathers enough preference votes, they can move up the list – sometimes even surpassing party leaders. This has led to surprise candidates making it into Parliament.
Direct Election Members are elected directly by the people.
Party List Vote Voters choose between party lists instead of individuals.
Proportional System Seats are distributed in proportion to votes received.
One Round The election is decided in a single round of voting.
Free Elections are free, fair and competitive.

Turnout

Voter Turnout: 69%

The voter turnout for the Parliamentary Election in Slovakia 2023 was 69%.

Parliamentary Election in Slovakia 2023

30.09.2023

Parliamentary Election in Slovakia 2020

29.02.2020

Parliamentary Election in Slovakia 2016

05.03.2016
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