You can register to vote online, and Sandwell says it only takes five minutes. You’ll need your National Insurance number and date of birth, and if you’ve moved house or changed your name, you should register again with your new details.
| What you need / need to know | Sandwell guidance |
|---|---|
| Who can register | Age 16 or over, and a British citizen, Irish citizen, qualifying Commonwealth citizen, or EU citizen resident in the UK |
| If you’re 16 or 17 | You can register only if you’ll be 18 within the lifetime of the electoral register |
| If you’ve already registered | You don’t need to register again unless you’ve moved house or changed your name |
| Time to complete | About five minutes |
| Details needed | National Insurance number and date of birth |
| When your name appears on the register | It can take up to six weeks |
You can register online here: register to vote. If you need help, Sandwell’s Electoral Services team can be reached at electoral_services@sandwell.gov.uk.