AEC Factsheet: How to Vote by Post in Elections
This file provides detailed instructions on how to vote by post in elections, including eligibility requirements, application steps, and important dates. It also covers how to fill out the postal vote certificate and ballot papers, and what to do if assistance is needed.
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How do I fill this out?
To fill out this form, start by confirming your enrollment and your enrolled address. Next, complete the postal vote application by providing the necessary information and selecting a postal address for receiving your ballot papers. Finally, submit the application via post, email, or in-person at any AEC office.
How to fill out the AEC Factsheet: How to Vote by Post in Elections?
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Confirm you are enrolled and check your enrolled address.
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Complete the postal vote application with the necessary details.
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Nominate a postal address for receiving your ballot papers.
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Submit the application via post, email, or in-person at any AEC office.
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Ensure your application is received by the AEC before the deadline.
Who needs the AEC Factsheet: How to Vote by Post in Elections?
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People who are outside their electorate on election day.
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Individuals more than 8km from a polling place.
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Those who are seriously ill, infirm, or caring for someone who is.
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People with religious beliefs preventing them from attending a polling place.
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Prisoners serving a sentence of less than three years.
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What are the instructions for submitting this form?
Submit your postal vote application online at aec.gov.au/pva, by email, or in-person at any AEC office. You can also mail your application to the AEC office. Ensure your application is received before the deadline. For assistance, call the AEC on 13 23 26. It is advisable to submit your application as early as possible to avoid any delays.
What are the important dates for this form in 2024 and 2025?
In 2024 and 2025, important dates include the opening of postal vote applications once an election is announced and the closing of applications at 6pm local time on the Wednesday before election day.
What is the purpose of this form?
The purpose of this form is to enable eligible voters who cannot attend a polling place on election day to vote by post. It ensures that individuals who are away from their electorate, more than 8km from a polling place, seriously ill, or have religious beliefs preventing attendance can still participate in elections. By following the detailed instructions provided, voters can complete and submit their postal vote application to exercise their democratic rights.
Tell me about this form and its components and fields line-by-line.
- 1. Enrolled Address: Confirm your enrolled address to ensure your application is linked to the correct electorate.
- 2. Postal Address: Nominate a postal address where your ballot papers can be sent.
- 3. Security Question: Choose a security question and provide the answer for identity verification.
- 4. Postal Vote Certificate: Complete this certificate to accompany your ballot papers.
- 5. Ballot Papers: Fill out the ballot papers included in the postal vote pack.
What happens if I fail to submit this form?
If you fail to submit this form, your postal vote may not be counted in the election. It is crucial to complete and return your application before the deadline.
- Missed Deadline: If your application is received after the deadline, it will not be processed.
- Incomplete Form: An incomplete form may lead to your postal vote being rejected.
- Incorrect Information: Providing incorrect information can result in delays or rejection of your application.
- Lack of Required Signatures: Both you and your witness must sign the postal vote certificate for it to be valid.
How do I know when to use this form?
- 1. Traveling: If you will be away from your electorate, use this form to vote by post.
- 2. Distance: If you live more than 8km from a polling place, this form allows you to vote by post.
- 3. Illness: If you are seriously ill or caring for someone who is, use this form to vote by post.
- 4. Religious Beliefs: If your religious beliefs prevent you from attending a polling place, this form can be used to vote by post.
- 5. Detention: If you are serving a prison sentence of less than three years, use this form to vote by post.
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Who is eligible to vote by post?
People who are outside their electorate, more than 8km from a polling place, seriously ill, or have religious beliefs preventing attendance at a polling place.
What should I do if I need assistance filling out the form?
You can ask someone to help you fill out the form, but you must sign it yourself.
When should I submit my postal vote application?
Submit your application as soon as the election is announced and before the deadline.
How do I check the status of my application?
Check the status online at aec.gov.au or by calling the AEC on 13 23 26.
What is included in the postal vote pack?
The pack includes an information pamphlet, postal vote certificate, ballot papers, and a return envelope.
How do I complete the postal vote certificate?
Find a witness, fill out your ballot papers, and sign the certificate. The witness must also sign and date the certificate.
Can I apply to become a General Postal Voter?
Yes, if you meet the eligibility requirements, you can apply online or via a paper form to become a General Postal Voter.
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