In Slovakia, the opposition party Progressive Slovakia (PS) has raised concerns that the ruling coalition intends to significantly restrict the voting rights of citizens living abroad by abolishing postal voting. Instead of being able to vote by mail, citizens would be required to physically visit their embassy to cast their votes. This claim was made public by PS leader Michal Šimečka, who cited credible information and urged the government to deny this intention if it were not true.

Further reports by Denník N suggest that this intent to eliminate postal voting exists in written form, indicating a formal proposal might be on the horizon. The potential change has sparked a debate about the accessibility of voting for Slovak citizens abroad, particularly how such a restriction could impact participation in elections. Supporters of this approach argue it could reduce possibilities for voter fraud, while critics emphasize the importance of facilitating voting for expatriates, especially in times of increasing global mobility.

The discussion around the voting rights of citizens abroad is particularly relevant in light of Slovakia's upcoming elections, amid growing interest in maintaining and enhancing democratic practices for all Slovak citizens, regardless of their location. As this issue develops, it will be crucial to see how the government responds to the opposition's claims and concerns, as well as the broader implications for Slovak democracy.