The deadline for media accreditation for Kosovo’s February 9 elections ends on February 4. Learn how to apply and gain access to polling stations.
The deadline for media representatives to apply for accreditation for Kosovo’s February 9 parliamentary elections is set to expire on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Both local and international media outlets must submit their applications by this date to secure the right to report from polling stations on election day.
Accreditation Process
According to Central Election Commission (KQZ) spokesperson Valmir Elezi, dozens of applications have already been submitted by various media organizations, covering hundreds of journalists and reporters.
“The accreditation process for media representatives covering the Kosovo Assembly Elections is ongoing. The deadline for submitting applications for both local and international media is February 4. So far, we have received dozens of applications for the accreditation of hundreds of media representatives. The KQZ will decide on these accreditations throughout the week,” Elezi stated.
Importance of Accreditation
Accredited media representatives will have access to polling stations on election day and to key post-election processes, including vote counting at Municipal Counting Centers and the Central Counting and Results Center.
How to Apply
The KQZ has launched an online platform to streamline the accreditation process: https://apliko.kqz-ks.org.
Steps for Application:
- Initial Submission: The authorized media representative must complete the online application with the required details.
- Review and Approval: The Office for Registration, Certification, and Financial Oversight of Political Entities (ZRCKFSP) will review the application and decide on its approval.
- Credential Issuance: Once approved, the ZRCKFSP will send login credentials to the authorized representative, allowing them to upload additional details of the journalists requesting accreditation.
For additional information, media representatives can contact the KQZ office via email at zyra.kqz@kqz-ks.org or by phone at +383 38 200 81 010, available from 08:00 to 16:00.
