Voting by post

What is voting by post?

  • You can vote by post instead of going to the polling station
  • Anyone registered to vote can apply for a postal vote. You not need a reason to apply to vote by post.

How to apply to vote by post

You will need to give:

  • your full name and address
  • your date of birth
  • your signature
  • Your National Insurance number.(this is your NI number from payroll or benefits)

Apply to vote by post

How to apply by email

If you can't apply online, email elections@harrow.gov.uk

Please include:

  • Full name
  • Address
  • Phone number

For more information, see Electoral Commission.

What happens next?

Once registered to vote by post, you will get a postal vote pack. This contains your ballot paper(s) and postal vote statement.

When it is time to vote:

  • Cast your vote on the ballot paper(s).
  • Complete the postal vote statement. Include your date of birth and signature.
  • Return your completed postal pack to us

We will compare your signature with the one from your postal vote application. This is to ensure your vote is secure.