The election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People's Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term concluded completely at 21:00 on March 15, with a voter turnout of 99.68%, according to the Ministry of Home Affairs.

People cast their ballots for the 16th National Assembly and People's Councils of all levels for the 2026-2031 term in Ho Chi Minh City on March 15, 2026.

As of 23:23 the same day, official data from the National Election Council showed that 76,188,544 voters had cast their ballots, representing nearly all registered voters.

The oldest voter was Hoang Thi Tong, 119 years old, of the Mong ethnic group, residing in Lung Liem hamlet, Yen Tho commune, Cao Bang province.

Four out of the country’s 34 provinces and cities with the highest voter turnout are Lao Cai, Hue, Tuyen Quang, and Vinh Long. All 34 provinces and cities recorded a voter turnout exceeding 99%.

At the time of reporting, the political security, public order, and social safety nationwide remained stable, with no complex incidents or unusual situations affecting the election process reported.

Bac Ninh well prepares for 2026 election

BAC NINH - Voters across Vietnam will go to the polls on March 15 to elect deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 term. In Bac Ninh Province, preparations for the election are being carried out urgently and in accordance with regulations, with most tasks already completed and localities ready for the nationwide voting day. 

Upcoming general election sparks expectations for new development phase

The upcoming election is an important step in consolidating leadership structures as Vietnam prepares for a new stage of development, said Quynh Iris Nguyen–de Prelle, founder and director of the Intercultural Vietnam–Pacific Centre (IVB) in Belgium.

 

Final preparations underway for Election Day

In Hanoi, local authorities have increased the dissemination of election-related information through community loudspeaker systems, information boards, official websites and verified social media pages, helping officials, Party members and residents better understand their rights and responsibilities as voters.

 

Digital infrastructure lays foundation for transparent, accurate elections

From voter data management and candidate registration to public communications and information disclosure, digital platforms are being applied across key stages of election preparation.

 

National Assembly election: Key milestones ahead of polling day

On March 10, authorities responsible for compiling voter lists must resolve complaints concerning additions to voter rolls, no later than five days before election day.

 

General election preparations: 3,320 communes, wards apply voter-list software

Minister of Home Affairs Do Thanh Binh said the Government and the Prime Minister have directed the synchronous and timely implementation of assigned tasks, while issuing a full legal framework to ensure uniform election organisation nationwide.