Austria: Parliamentary elections on September 29

Event

The Austrian cabinet will hold nationwide parliamentary elections on Sunday, September 29. On that day, voters will head to the polls to elect 183 members to the country's National Council following the collapse of ex-Chancellor Sebastian Kurz's coalition government.

Demonstrations and political rallies are to be anticipated in the weeks leading up to the vote. An increased security presence and localized transportation disruptions are likely near all election-related events.

Advice

Individuals in Austria are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.