vaaliviranomaiset
Vaaliviranomaiset are the authorities and officials responsible for organizing elections in Finland. They operate under the Finnish Election Act to ensure that elections are conducted fairly, transparently and securely. The term covers both bodies, such as municipal election boards, and the individual officials who work in the electoral process.
Functions include planning and preparation of elections, maintaining eligible voter lists, providing information to voters, establishing
Composition and appointment vary by level. At the local level, elections are organized by the municipality’s
Legal framework and oversight: The duties of vaaliviranomaiset are defined in the Election Act and related
Public information and transparency: Information on elections, voter eligibility and polling locations is published by the