Voting for the first time in this year's Presidential Election? If you're feeling lost and confused about what to expect, here's a quick guide to help you navigate the process on Polling Day (Sept 1). To be considered an eligible voter, your name has to be included in the register of electors. Any person who satisfies the following qualifying criteria...
Making an appointment at the Elections Department office, or call 1800-225-5353
If your name has been struck off the Register of Electors for not having voted in a previous election, you may apply to have your name restored on the Elections Department website. However, as the Writ of Election was issued on Aug 11, no restoration can be made after the date.If there is more than one candidate nominated, eligible voters will receive atwo to three days after Nomination Day , which will be delivered to the residential address registered in your NRIC.
The poll card will indicate your designated polling station. You may cast your vote during the official polling hours from 8am to 8pm. In the event that you do not receive a poll card before Polling Day, you may get a replacement poll card by either:Seeking over-the-counter assistance at the Elections DepartmentOn Polling Day, bring your original NRIC or passport and your poll card to your designated polling station.
NSFs and other uniformed personnel can bring their identity cards issued by the Ministry of Defence, Singapore Police Force or the Singapore Civil Defence Force.
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