Why use VoteFromAbroad.org to request your ballot?

Federal law provides special voting protections for U.S. citizens living overseas—but only if you submit the official federal ballot request. When you do, you receive:

  • Your ballot by email (Check the “receive by email” box)

  • Guaranteed ballot transmission at least 45 days before each federal election — critical if you must return your ballot by mail (22 states are mail-return only)

  • Automatic ballot delivery for every election you’re eligible to vote in that year

  • Protection against voter roll removal — your registration stays active that year

  • Free ballot tracking, so you can confirm your ballot was received

  • Access to an emergency write-in ballot if your ballot is delayed or doesn’t arrive

These protections are not automatic. They apply only when you submit the FEDERAL ballot request (as opposed to an absentee ballot from your local election official).

Go to VoteFromAbroad.org today!

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Beyond Elections–

Who We Are 

Democrats Abroad is the official arm of the Democratic Party representing Americans who live outside the US. Our mission is to provide Americans living in Austria a voice in our government and to elect Democrats by mobilizing the overseas vote.

 

Our Caucuses

We have several active caucuses in Austria that focus on specific progressive issues/groups:

There are also many caucuses run globally with vibrant active communities. Find the entire list here—allies are welcome!

 

Our Activities

These range from monthly get-togethers, lectures, panel discussions, film screenings, and guest speakers to political rallies and marches!  And more…

 

HOW TO VOTE FROM AUSTRIA

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We keep you informed.

Contact: [email protected]

 

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Country EVENTS

ALL Country EVENTS
October 13, 2026 - 11:00 AM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Online, RSVP for Zoom Link

Have Questions About Voting? Get Voter Help -- Live on...

Don’t Miss Out on Voting in 2026! Get help live on Zoom!  Got a question...
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October 13, 2026 - 06:30 PM Vienna Time Cafe Eiles in Vienna, Austria

60+ Community Group Meet-up

  Connect with fellow Americans in our Community Group for those in their 60s. This...
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October 14, 2026 - 06:30 PM Vienna Time Amerlingbeisel in Vienna, Austria

50+ Community Group Meet-up

  Our (relatively) new Community Group for those in their 50s is having an October...
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October 15, 2026 - 08:30 PM Vienna Time Burg Kino in Vienna, Austria

40-something Movie Night

Burg Kino film showing for the 40-49 age group. 
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October 18, 2026 - 03:30 AM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Online, RSVP for Zoom Link

Have Questions About Voting? Get Voter Help -- Live on...

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October 18, 2026 - 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Online, RSVP for Zoom Link

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October 20, 2026 - 11:00 AM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Online, RSVP for Zoom Link

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October 22, 2026 - 05:00 PM Vienna Time Gastwirtschaft Steman in Vienna, Austria

Midterm Voting Assistance

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Country NEWS AND UPDATES

all Country news
October 03, 2026

In October —

  HAVE YOU REQUESTED, RECEIVED AND VOTED YOUR BALLOT YET? REQUEST MY BALLOT(S) Voter registration and ballot request deadlines are fast approaching! Don’t miss your opportunity to make sure Democrats......
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September 04, 2026

In September —

Why use VoteFromAbroad.org to request your ballot? Federal law provides special voting protections for U.S. citizens living overseas—but only if you submit the official federal ballot request. When you do,......
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September 01, 2026

DA Austria — Ready, Set, Action!

DA Austria will be in a movie theatre near you!  We had the opportunity to run a 30-second Vote from Abroad trailer to raise voter awareness in multiple movie theatres......
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August 23, 2026

In July

  Why use VoteFromAbroad.org to request your ballot? Federal law provides special voting protections for U.S. citizens living overseas—but only if you submit the official federal ballot request. When you......
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June 03, 2026

In June –

  Why use VoteFromAbroad.org to request your ballot? Federal law provides special voting protections for U.S. citizens living overseas—but only if you submit the official federal ballot request. When you......
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May 25, 2026

Welcome Aboard!

Thank you for joining the group! It’s exciting to connect with others in our generation who share Democratic values and want to build a community together. I’m glad you’re part......
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May 05, 2026

In May —

  Why use VoteFromAbroad.org to request your ballot? Federal law provides special voting protections for U.S. citizens living overseas—but only if you submit the official federal ballot request. When you......
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April 08, 2026

In April —

Why use VoteFromAbroad.org to request your ballot? Federal law provides special voting protections for U.S. citizens living overseas—but only if you submit the official federal ballot request. When you do,......
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Country LEADERSHIP

ALL Country LEADERS
Brett Carnito

Chair
Jen Rakow-Stepper

DA Austria Treasurer, DPCA Voting Representative
Elisa Schmidt

DA Austria Member-At-Large
Hilary Monihan

Member-at-Large (Events Coordinator)
Jacqueline Berman

Secretary
Kathryn Nenning

Member-at-Large
Bill LaViolette

Member-at-Large (Database Manager)
Bruce Murray

Global Progressive Caucus Vice Chair, Austria DPCA Voting Representative