Apply for a postal vote: easy read guide
This is an easy read step by step guide which will help you complete an application for a postal vote online.
- From:
- Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, The Electoral Commission and Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
- Published
- 24 January 2024
Applies to England, Scotland and Wales
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Apply for a postal vote: easy read guide
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This guide will help you to apply for a postal vote for elections.
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Part of Vote in UK elections
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Step 1: Check if you can vote
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Step 2: Register to vote
You’ll need to be registered to vote to take part in elections and referendums. You’ll need to register again if you change your name, address or nationality.
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Step 3: Decide if you want to vote in person, by post, or by proxy
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Step 4: Get ready to vote in person
If you do not have photo ID that allows you to vote, you can apply for a Voter Authority Certificate.
Contact your Electoral Registration Office to find your polling station or to find out what to do if you have accessibility needs.
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or Apply for a postal vote
In England, Scotland or Wales:
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or Apply for a proxy vote
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or Get ready to vote as a proxy
Contact the Electoral Registration Office of the person you are a proxy for to find their polling station or to find out what to do if you have accessibility issues.
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Step 5: Vote in person
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or Vote by post
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or Vote as a proxy for someone else