2024 is the election year. Are you ready?
Did you know you now require a valid form of photo Voter ID to vote? Keep reading to understand your democratic rights and get #BallotBound!
4th July
is polling day. Make sure you are prepared!
The general election is coming on 4th July. Why vote?
- Influence the future: choose who governs you by becoming #BallotBound.
- Have your say on local and national issues: whether its housing, employment or the climate, your vote affects the issues which matter most.
- It is easy: all you need is a valid form of photo ID and you’re good to go.
- Vote in all UK elections and referendums: Local, national, and European elections matter.
Keep scrolling to discover the accepted forms of photo ID !
Lost your polling card?Do you need to cover your face for religious reasons?Concerned about gender markers on your ID?No problem!Watch our guide to polling day.
Wondering where to vote?
Find your polling station on your poll card or by going online!
How to vote
- Step 1) Do not forget to have a valid form of photo ID. You will need this to vote.
- Step 2) Now for the exciting part. Make your way to the polling station, Give your name and address when you arrive.
- Step 3) Grab your ballot paper, head to the booth, then mark your choice with an ‘X’. Simple as that!
After putting your ballot in the box, you are done.
Accepted forms of photo ID
Passport issued by the UK, any of the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, a British Overseas Territory, an EEA state or a Commonwealth country (including an Irish Passport Card)
Driving licence issued by the UK, any of the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, or an EEA state (this includes a provisional driving licence)
A Blue Badge
Older Person’s Bus Pass funded by the UK Government
Disabled Person’s Bus Pass funded by the UK Government
Oyster 60+ Card funded by the funded by the UK Government
Freedom Pass
Scottish National Entitlement Card issued for the purpose of concessionary travel (including a 60+, disabled or under 22s bus pass)
60 and Over Welsh Concessionary Travel Card
Disabled Person’s Welsh Concessionary Travel Card
Senior SmartPass issued in Northern Ireland
Registered Blind SmartPass or Blind Person’s SmartPass issued in Northern Ireland
War Disablement SmartPass issued in Northern Ireland
60+ SmartPass issued in Northern Ireland
Half Fare SmartPass issued in Northern Ireland
Identity card bearing the Proof of Age Standards Scheme hologram (a PASS card)
Biometric immigration document
Ministry of Defence Form 90 (Defence Identity Card)
National identity card issued by an EEA state
Electoral Identity Card issued in Northern Ireland