How to Register to Vote in Ireland

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This is a simple guide informing citizens or those who are residing in the Republic of Ireland (South) on how to get registered to vote in the elections which are applicable to their nationality (General Elections, Local and European Elections, National Referendum). If you are an Irish citizen living abroad, you cannot be entered on the Register of electors. This means that you cannot vote in an election or referendum here in Ireland. The only exception to this is in the case of Irish officials on duty abroad (and their spouses) who may register on the postal voters list.

Steps

  1. Contact your County Council to find out if you are eligible to vote and in which elections you can do so. A list of County Councils is available at Environ.
  2. Complete the Electoral Registration from "RFA1", which you can obtain from your local County Council offices or some public representatives (Councillors or TDs).
  3. Your application must be filed before the 14th of February as the Electoral Register comes into force on February 15th. If you miss the deadline, apply for the supplementary (green) register using Form "RFA2" from your Local Authority.
  4. Check the Electoral Register online at Check the Register or your Local Authority offices, public library, Garda Station or post office to ensure you are included after its publishing.

Tips

  • Every time you move address, ensure that you get a new RFA1 Form or the new RFA3 form to be included on the Register at your new address and keep your vote.
  • Even if you do not receive your polling card the week before the election, head to the nearest polling station with ID and if your name is on the Register of Electors you will still be allowed cast your vote.
  • Some political parties strive to register voters early to gain support. Use these efforts to ensure that you are included on the register and to interact with that party and explore its policies.

Warnings

  • Voting fraud is a serious offence. Don't register twice in an attempt to get more than one vote.
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