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If you’re going on a family holiday during the election, here’s everything you need to know before applying for a postal vote.
What is a postal vote?
A postal vote is a type of vote that allows candidates to vote from their homes before polling day. This is then posted back and counted.
According to the UK Government website, you are entitled to apply for a postal vote for the following electoral events:
- General elections and other UK Parliamentary elections
- Local elections in England (including mayors)
- Elections of Police and Crime Commissioners in England and Wales
- Referendums
- MP recalls petitions
How to register for a postal vote in Scotland
To register for a postal vote before the General Election, you should visit the UK Government website where you will see a large ‘Start Now’ button.
It states that you will need the following before applying:
- The address where you are registered to vote
- Your National Insurance number or other identification documents, for example, a passport
- The specific date of the election or referendum you want to do a postal vote, if you only want a one-off postal vote
You will also need to upload a photograph of your signature in black ink.
If you are unable to provide a signature, you may be able to apply for a postal vote signature waiver within the service.
You may also be asked for further documentation to prove your identity.
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What is the deadline for a postal vote before the 2024 General Election?
According to the Electoral Commission, the deadline for registering to vote by post in the next General Election is Wednesday, June 19.
The organization added: “You must also be registered to vote by 11:59pm on Tuesday 18 June.”
