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Apply to vote by mail

Eligible electors can apply to vote by special ballot. With a special ballot, you can vote by mail from anywhere in the world.

If you live in Canada, you may apply online or at your local Elections Canada office once an election has been called (deadlines apply).

If you live abroad, you may apply anytime – click the button below:

Canadians who live abroad – apply to vote by mail in future elections

If your application is accepted:

  • We will send you a confirmation letter.
  • We will add your name to the International Register of Electors, the list of Canadian electors living outside Canada who are eligible to vote by mail.
  • At each election in which you are qualified to vote, we will automatically mail a special ballot voting kit to the address you provided.
  • Your name will stay on the International Register of Electors as long as you remain eligible. You will not have to re-apply to vote by mail at each election.

Learn more:

Voting by Canadians living abroad