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Postal voting
If you are registered to vote but can't vote in person on the day of an election, you can vote by post. You can do this for a single election or for up to three years.
How to apply for a postal vote
Postal vote applications, as well as further guidance, are available online from the Electoral Commission’s website or from GOV.uk.
- You need to prove your identity as part of the application process. Both online and paper applications require ID verification
- Your postal vote will then be sent to your specified address before the election
- You can hold a postal vote for a maximum period of three years. You will need to reapply at the end of that time
Postal votes can be sent overseas, but you must make sure you have time to receive and return your vote. If you think this may be difficult, a proxy vote - where you appoint someone to cast your vote for you - could be more suitable.
Further information
To find out more about postal voting you can contact us through our online contact form or by calling 01923 278369.
