Australian Electoral Commission

Enrol to vote

Updated: 21 December 2012

To enrol for the first time or get back on the roll, complete the online form then print, sign and return the form to the AEC. You will need to provide evidence of your identity using a driver’s licence, an Australian passport number or have someone who is enrolled confirm your identity.

Already submitted your form? Check the status using the receipt number provided.

Who can enrol to vote?

It is compulsory to enrol if you:

  • are an Australian citizen, or eligible British subject,
  • aged 18 years and over*, and
  • have lived at your address for at least one month.

*You can enrol at 16 or 17 but you cannot vote until you turn 18.

Other ways to enrol to vote

When updating your enrolment details you might also need to update your personal details with your state and territory road traffic authority.

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