30/09/2026
The Postal Vote Reapplication Process
Following changes introduced by the Elections Act 2022, postal voters are now required to apply for a postal vote every 3 years. Previously postal voters had to provide a refreshed signature if the signature on record was five years or older.
We currently have 1,019 postal voters where the signature we hold is approaching its three-year expiry date. To remain as a postal voter these people will need to reapply by 31 January 2027.
We hold email addresses for 806 of these electors, and they will be contacted via email encouraging them to re-apply online. The remaining 213 electors will receive a letter with a postal vote application form to complete along with reminders (if required) between now and the end of January 2027 both via email and post.
The reapplication process will start in September 2026 and then reoccur annually for only those postal voters nearing the three-year limit.
Electors can respond via the following methods. · Online by visiting www.gov.uk/apply-postal-vote - this is fastest way to reapply
· Completing the postal vote application form and sending it back via post or email to [email protected].https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/elections-voting/postal-vote-reapplications
Use this service to apply to vote by post so you can take part in elections in the UK. You must be registered to vote in the UK before you can apply.
