Apply to be an individual accredited observer

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Please note that the deadline for applications to be processed in advance of the 4 July UK general election has passed. Whilst we will continue to process all applications received, we are unable to guarantee they will be processed in time for you to observe on 4 July.

Before you apply

Before you apply to be an electoral observer, you need to read:

When you complete your application, you will need to confirm that you have read and understood all of these documents. 

Electoral observation is a voluntary role that helps to ensure that elections are carried out in a way which is transparent, accessible, impartial and secure. For information on paid roles at polling day, please contact your local council.

What you need to apply

To apply as an individual, you will need:

  • your name, address and contact details
  • to tell us how long you want your accreditation to last for, and where you want your badge to be delivered
  • to upload a passport style photo and your photo identification

Your photo needs to:

  • just include you
  • be a headshot, so that it includes your face and shoulders
  • clearly show your face, with your eyes open
  • be taken against a plain background

Your photo identification needs to show your name and age. You can upload a copy of your:

  • passport
  • driving licence
  • national identity card
  • Northern Ireland electoral identity card

700KB is the maximum file size for the photo and ID. Anything above this cannot be processed.

You can contact us if you do not have this form of identification.

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