Early presidential and parliamentary elections in Turkey
Early presidential and parliamentary elections in Turkey

Early presidential and parliamentary elections are underway in Turkey.

More than 56 million people were registered to vote at 180 065 ballot boxes across Turkey. Voting began at 8 a.m. (local time) and will end at 5 p.m. (local time).

Six candidates are vying for the presidency, and if one of them wins more than 50% of the vote, will be elected outright.

Eight political parties are taking part in the elections. They need 10% vote-share to enter parliament.