Register to vote

Register to vote - apply online

To apply online please visit www.gov.uk/registertovote

If you are already registered to vote, you do not need to register again unless you move or your entitlement changes.

You’ll need your National Insurance number and date of birth in order to register.

When you register to vote online, your application is automatically uploaded to us.  We will send you a confirmation letter once your registration has been processed.

To be sent a form to register

Please contact Electoral Services on 01202 633097 and they will either take your details over the phone or send you an Individual Registration Form.

If you have received a Household Enquiry Form for your property

Please follow the instructions on the form and respond online, alternatively you can add, delete or amend any details on the form and return it to us. We will then invite each new individual to register to vote or take steps to delete those no longer resident.

If you don't respond to the Household Enquiry form, you'll be sent a reminder. You may also receive a canvasser visit during the door-knocking stage.

Please help us to keep costs down by responding promptly.

If you need to make changes to your registration

You have moved

• go to www.gov.uk/registertovote to register online
• call 01202 633097 (during office hours)
• email us at elections@bcpcouncil.gov.uk to be sent a form to register.

Your name has changed

• call our helpline on 01202 633097 (during office hours) 
• email us at email us at  elections@bcpcouncil.gov.uk 

  and we will send you a form. Please note you will need to provide us with a copy of proof of your change of name.

You wish to opt out of the Open Register

Read about the two versions of the register 

• call our helpline on 01202 633097 (during office hours)
• email us at  elections@bcpcouncil.gov.uk

See information on elections or to cancel, amend or apply for a postal or proxy vote. 

Monthly Updates and Statutory Dates for Applications for Registration

You can apply to be included in the Register of Electors at any time. If your application is successful, you'll be added at the next monthly update.