Voting for the Mazhilis, the lower chamber of Kazakhstan’s parliament, is scheduled for Sunday, March 19. The polls will be held at the republic’s embassy located in the Russian Federation, a detail confirmed by TASS. This arrangement reflects ongoing arrangements to enable Kazakh citizens abroad to participate in the national electoral process from diplomatic missions overseas.
The regional election commission, designated as number 265 and based within the embassy complex, opened its polling station duties at 07:00 local time. The early start underscores the importance placed on providing a smooth and orderly voting experience for those who are registered to vote from abroad. The setup includes security and logistical measures to ensure the integrity and security of the process from the moment the polls opened.
By midday, a notable portion of Moscow’s registered voters had not yet cast their ballots. This pattern aligns with typical voting dynamics at foreign polling sites, where many voters choose to vote later in the day for reasons ranging from work schedules to travel constraints. Election officials monitor turnout and remain ready to assist voters as the day progresses to ensure everyone who is eligible has the opportunity to participate.
Ruslan Shaimagambetov, who serves as secretary of the selection committee, reported that at 12:00 local time in Moscow, 271 individuals had completed their voting. The number reflects early participation among the expatriate community and provides a snapshot of turnout among the Kazakh citizens residing or temporarily located in the region. The commission continues to track voter engagement as the day unfolds.
Across the voter list, a total of 1,450 individuals are registered to vote from this embassy-based polling station. The enrollment figure underscores the scale of overseas participation and the reach of the Kazakh electoral system beyond national borders. Election officials emphasize that every registered voter has the right to cast a ballot under established procedures designed to safeguard fairness and transparency.
Security enhancements have been announced for the embassy grounds to accommodate the voting day. Prospective voters are advised that all entrants will pass through a metal detector as part of the security screening, a precaution aimed at maintaining safe, orderly voting conditions for everyone. This measure is part of standard protocols at diplomatic missions during election periods.
Additionally, reporting indicates that voters at this location have observed a relatively smooth flow, with the process described as efficient and without significant waiting lines. The experience at this embassy mirrors broader efforts to streamline overseas voting, ensuring that citizens can exercise their civic rights with minimal friction while still upholding rigorous security and procedural standards.