George Simion & Anamaria Gavrilă to Run for President; One to Withdraw After Nominations
- The race for the presidential seat in 2025 is heating up, with several candidates already in the running and key deadlines fast approaching.
- Speculation surrounds the potential candidacy of Anamaria Gavrilă, leader of POT.
- The deadline for submitting candidacies is March 15, by which time Simion and Gavrilă must each gather 200,000 signatures.
Presidential Election 2025: Key Dates and potential Candidates
Table of Contents
- Presidential Election 2025: Key Dates and potential Candidates
- Presidential Election 2025: your Questions Answered
- Key Dates and Schedule
- Candidates and Candidacy
- Who are the confirmed candidates for the 2025 presidential election?
- Who has announced their intention to run for president?
- What is the status of George Simion’s candidacy?
- Who is Anamaria gavrilă, and what is her role in the election?
- Can candidates withdraw from the race?
- What are the requirements for submitting a candidacy?
- Voting Information
The race for the presidential seat in 2025 is heating up, with several candidates already in the running and key deadlines fast approaching. Here’s a breakdown of the latest developments and the electoral calendar.
Potential Candidates and Their Status
Speculation surrounds the potential candidacy of Anamaria Gavrilă, leader of POT. Sources suggest she is the “varianta de rezervă” should George Simion‘s candidacy face rejection by the Constitutional Court.
The deadline for submitting candidacies is March 15, by which time Simion and Gavrilă must each gather 200,000 signatures.
Candidates can withdraw from the race until March 19. After this date, withdrawals are still possible, but the candidate’s name will remain on the ballot, similar to Ludovic Orban’s situation in the 2024 elections.
Confirmed and Announced Candidates
Several individuals have already submitted their candidacies, including Crin Antonescu, the PSD-PNL-UDMR candidate, and Nicușor Dan, the current mayor of Bucharest. Victor Ponta has also officially entered the race. Elena lasconi and Diana Șoșoacă have announced their intentions to submit their candidacies soon.
2024 Presidential Election Results
In the first round of the November 2024 presidential elections,George Simion secured fourth place with 1.281 million votes. He trailed Călin Georgescu (2.12 million votes), Elena Lasconi (1.772 million votes), and Marcel Ciolacu (1.769 million votes). Anamaria Gavrilă did not participate in the first round.
Electoral Calendar for the 2025 Presidential Elections
The first round of the presidential elections is scheduled for May 4,with a potential second round on May 18.
key dates:
- March 15: Deadline for submitting candidacies
- March 16: establishing the schedule for the electoral campaign and allocating airtime for candidates on public radio and television
- March 17: Registration or rejection of candidacies or electoral symbols
- March 18: Deadline for filing appeals regarding the registration or rejection of candidacies or electoral symbols
- March 19: Deadline for resolving appeals regarding the registration or rejection of candidacies or electoral symbols
- March 20: Voters residing abroad can register online for postal voting
- April 4: Start of the electoral campaign
Voting in the Diaspora:
- May 2: First day of voting abroad, from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM (local time)
- May 3: Second day of voting abroad, from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM (local time)
- May 4: Third day of voting abroad and start of voting in the contry, from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM (local time)
Voters present at the polling station or in line outside the polling station at 9:00 PM (local time) can vote until 11:59 PM (local time).
Post-Election Activities:
- May 5: Counting votes and transmitting reports
- May 6: Filing requests to annul the elections due to electoral fraud
- May 8: Validation of elections and publication of results
Second round of Elections (if necessary)
- May 9: Announcement of the two candidates participating in the second round and the election date. Start of the electoral campaign for the second round.
- May 10: establishing the schedule for the electoral campaign and allocating airtime for candidates on public radio and television
Voting in the Diaspora (Second Round):
- May 16: First day of voting abroad, from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM (local time)
- May 17: Second day of voting abroad, from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM (local time)
- May 18: Third day of voting abroad and start of voting in the country, from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM (local time)
voters present at the polling station or in line outside the polling station at 9:00 PM (local time) can vote until 11:59 PM (local time).
Post-Election Activities (Second Round):
- May 19: Counting votes and finalizing reports
- May 20: Deadline for filing requests to annul the elections due to electoral fraud
- May 22: Validation of elections and publication of results
Presidential Election 2025: your Questions Answered
The Romanian presidential election in 2025 is shaping up too be a pivotal moment for the country. With key dates approaching and several candidates vying for the top spot, its essential to stay informed. HereS a comprehensive Q&A to address your burning questions about the upcoming election.
Key Dates and Schedule
When is the Romanian presidential election in 2025?
The first round of the 2025 presidential election is scheduled for May 4, 2025. If no candidate secures a majority, a second round will be held on May 18, 2025.
What are the critical deadlines in the 2025 presidential election?
Here’s a breakdown of the essential dates:
March 15: Deadline for submitting candidacies.
March 16: Establishing the schedule for the electoral campaign and allocating airtime for candidates on public radio and television.
March 17: Registration or rejection of candidacies or electoral symbols.
March 18: Deadline for filing appeals regarding the registration or rejection of candidacies or electoral symbols.
March 19: Deadline for resolving appeals regarding the registration or rejection of candidacies or electoral symbols.
March 20: Voters residing abroad can register online for postal voting.
April 4: Start of the electoral campaign.
May 2-4: Voting in diaspora
May 5: Counting votes and transmitting reports
may 6: Filing requests to annul the elections due to electoral fraud
May 8: Validation of elections and publication of results
What happens after the first round of elections?
If no candidate wins a majority in the first round, the two candidates with the most votes will proceed to a second round. The announcement of these two candidates and the date for the second round will be on May 9. The electoral campaign for the second round will also begin on this day. Airtime allocation on public radio and television will be scheduled for May 10.
Candidates and Candidacy
Who are the confirmed candidates for the 2025 presidential election?
As of now, the confirmed candidates include:
Crin Antonescu (PSD-PNL-UDMR candidate)
Nicușor dan (current mayor of Bucharest)
Victor Ponta
Who has announced their intention to run for president?
Elena Lasconi and Diana Șoșoacă have announced their intentions to submit their candidacies.
What is the status of George Simion’s candidacy?
There is speculation that George Simion’s candidacy could face rejection by the Constitutional Court.
Who is Anamaria gavrilă, and what is her role in the election?
Anamaria gavrilă, leader of POT, is speculated to be the “varianta de rezervă” (reserve candidate) if George Simion’s candidacy is rejected. Both Simion and Gavrilă need to gather 200,000 signatures by March 15 to be eligible.
Can candidates withdraw from the race?
Yes, candidates can withdraw from the race until March 19. After this date,withdrawals are still possible,but the candidate’s name will remain on the ballot,similar to Ludovic Orban’s situation in the 2024 elections.
What are the requirements for submitting a candidacy?
Candidates must submit their candidacies by March 15 and gather 200,000 signatures to qualify.
Voting Information
How does voting work for Romanians living abroad (diaspora)?
Voting in the diaspora takes place over three days:
May 2: 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM (local time)
May 3: 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM (local time)
* May 4: 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM (local time)
Voters present at the polling station or in line outside the polling station at 9:00 PM (local time) can vote until 11:59 PM (local time). Online registration for postal voting for those residing abroad begins on March 20.
When do polling stations close?
Polling stations are scheduled to close at 9:00 PM (local time) on election days. However, if voters are present at the polling station or in line outside at 9:00 PM, they will be