2) If you are not enrolled and you have been overseas for less than three years, but intend to return to Australia within six years of your departure date, you should download and complete this form to register as an overseas voter. Complete the form online before printing to sign, then post or fax it using the details on the form, or scan it and email to info@aec.gov.au . This will not entitle you to vote in the 2007 election, but you will remain on the roll for another six years.
Please be aware that registration as an overseas elector does not mean you will be sent ballot papers. Electors must vote in person at an Australian diplomatic post which provides full consular services or apply for a postal vote.
3) If you are still enrolled to vote... and intend to leave Australia within the next three months or have been overseas for less than three years, but intend to return to Australia within six years of your departure date, you should download and complete this form to keep your name on the roll and preserve your vote. Complete the form online before printing to sign, then post or fax it using the details on the form, or scan it and email to info@aec.gov.au
The Australian Electoral Commission has Frequently Asked Questions on overseas voting. The AEC's dedicated phone line for overseas voting enquiries within Australia is 13-2326. From overseas, put your country prefix and 61-2 to call Australia, then dial 6271-4411. For example, from the United States dial (011-61-2) 6271-4411, or from the United Kingdom dial (00-61-2) 6271-4411.
If you have any questions or difficulties with this process, please contact using this form.
