Voter Authority Certificate: Who Qualifies and What You Get
If you do not have an acceptable form of photo ID, you can apply for this certificate to ensure you can vote in upcoming elections.
The Voter Authority Certificate is a document issued to individuals who do not possess an acceptable form of photo ID to prove their identity at a polling station.
Who it's for
This certificate is for voters who do not have any of the accepted forms of photo identification required to vote in elections.
What you get
You receive a valid form of photo ID that you can present to show your identity when you go to vote in an election.
What it costs you
Applying for this certificate is free.
The catch to know
You must make sure you apply for the certificate before the specific deadline for voter registration for an upcoming election. If you wait until the last minute, you may not receive it in time to use it.
How to apply
- Visit the official government portal online.
- Complete the application process to request your certificate.
- Follow the instructions to provide the necessary information.
- Wait for your certificate to be processed and sent to you.
https://www.gov.uk/apply-for-photo-id-voter-authority-certificate