An independence referendum was held in the Estonian SSR on 3 March 1991, alongside a similar referendum in the Latvian SSR the same day. It was approved by 78% of voters with an 83% turnout. Independence was restored by the Estonian Supreme Council on the night of 20 August.

Results

Voters were asked "Do you want the restoration of the national independence and sovereignty of the Republic of Estonia?"

ChoiceVotes%
For737,96478.41
Against203,19921.59
Total941,163100.00
Valid votes941,16399.27
Invalid/blank votes6,9670.73
Total votes948,130100.00
Registered voters/turnout1,144,30982.86
Source: Riigi Teataja

See also