South Korea Election Day around the world in 2024

South Korea Election Day around the world in 2024
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  How long until South Korea Election Day?
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  Dates of South Korea Election Day around the world
2024 South KoreaApr 10
South Korea Wed, Apr 10National Holiday
2022 South KoreaMar 9
South Korea Wed, Mar 9National Holiday
2020 South KoreaApr 15
South Korea Wed, Apr 15National Holiday
2018 South KoreaJun 13
South Korea Wed, Jun 13National Holiday
2017 South KoreaMay 9, Dec 20
South Korea Wed, Dec 20National Holiday
South Korea Tue, May 9National Holiday
  Summary

The days of elections are public holidays in South Korea to encourage public participation.

The presidential election rules are defined by the South Korean Constitution and the Public Official Election Act. The president is elected by direct popular vote, conducted using first-past-the-post.

The presidential term has been set at five years since 1988. It was previously set at four years from 1948 to 1972, six years from 1972 to 1981, and seven years from 1981 to 1988. Since 1981, the president has been barred from re-election.


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