United Arab Emirates
Federal National Council
Electoral system
Rules concerning the right to vote and to stand for election, and details of the electoral system for directly-elected chambers.
Eligibility and voting
Minimum age of eligibility
The minimum age to become a member of parliament, or to run in parliamentary elections, may be different for each chamber in bicameral parliaments. The age of eligibility is sometimes higher than the minimum age for voting.
Notes
The minimum age is decided by the ruler of each Emirate and may vary from one Emirate to another.
Minimum age for voting in parliamentary elections
What is the minimum age for voting in parliamentary elections?
Not applicable. Members of this parliament/chamber are not directly elected.
Yes
Compulsory voting
Voting is compulsory in some countries. People who do not vote without reasonable justification may face sanctions.
Not applicable
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Electoral system for directly elected chambers
Electoral system
Electoral system sub-categories
Single Non-Transferable Vote (SNTV)
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