Elections
Vote by post
Busy on polling day, away, or simply prefer it? A postal vote means you never miss your say.
Any registered voter can apply to vote by post. You don’t need to give a reason. Your ballot paper arrives at home and you post it back: no trip to the polling station, whatever the weather or whatever comes up on the day.
How to apply
- Make sure you’re registered to voteIt takes about 5 minutes on GOV.UK. You’ll be asked for your National Insurance number.
- Apply for your postal vote onlineUse the official Apply for a postal vote service on GOV.UK.
- Have these readyThe address where you’re registered, and your National Insurance number or another identity document such as a passport.
Don’t miss the deadline
Applications for an election must reach your electoral registration office by 5pm, 11 working days before polling day. Apply well before then, so there’s time to sort out any problems.
Other ways to vote
- By proxy: someone you trust votes on your behalf. Apply for a proxy vote.
- In person: you’ll need to show photo ID at the polling station. Check which ID you can use. If you don’t have any, you can apply for a free Voter Authority Certificate.
Questions about your registration or postal vote? Contact Birmingham City Council’s electoral services through its elections page. Reform UK can’t see or change your registration.