Voting as a student

The electoral register lists the names and addresses of everyone who is registered to vote and is used in credit checks. If you want to rent, get a mobile contract, or sign up for a credit card, it helps to be on the electoral register. Registering to vote also means you can be a part of big decision-making, including voting for a new government.

You can find more information on types of elections and voting as a young person on the BBC website.

Voting as a Student

As a student you can register at both your home and term-time address. However, being registered at two addresses doesn't necessarily mean you get two votes.

You will need to choose one address and vote in only that area when you're voting in general elections such as:

• UK Parliament elections
• UK referendums
• London Assembly and London Mayoral elections

For local elections you can vote at both your term-time and your home address when you're voting in:

• Local council elections in England
• Police and Crime commissioner elections and mayoral elections

Last updated 09 April 2025