Who can register to vote in Scotland
You must be aged 14 or over to register.
You must also be one of the following:
- a British or Irish citizen
- a Commonwealth citizen who has permission to enter or stay in the UK, or who does not need permission
- a foreign national who has permission to enter or stay in the UK, or who does not need permission
To vote in local government and Scottish Parliamentary elections you must be aged 16 or older.
For UK Parliamentary elections, you must be aged 18 or older to vote.
How to register
Online
By post
If you can’t register online, download and complete a paper form (GOV.UK)
Post the completed form to:
Electoral Registration Officer
PO Box 13639
Council Headquarters
Newtown St Boswells
Melrose
TD6 6BQ
When to register
Once you are registered you do not need to register again unless you move house
If you change your name or nationality, you should contact the Electoral Registration Officer to amend your registration.
Ways to vote
Once you are registered you can vote:
- In person at a polling station
or:
Electoral Registration Officer
Office hours: Monday to Thursday 8:45am to 5:00pm, Friday 8:45am to 3:45pm
Address: