how do i register to vote online in south africa? For the first time ever, you can now register online to vote, instead of standing in a queue on registration weekend. Registering to vote is now quick and easy, and it ensures you play your part in shaping the future of South Africa! You can only vote on Election Day if you are correctly registered to vote, at the voting station where you live. To register, we will direct you below to the IEC’s Voter Registration portal. On that portal, you will need to provide your personal details as they appear in your ID, as well as your address, and you’ll need to confirm these as accurate, and upload a picture of your ID document. IMPORTANT: The picture of your ID document is best uploaded from your device’s camera roll, album or gallery, so please take the picture before you click the link below ensuring that your ID barcode is clear in the picture. The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) launched an online voter registration facility allowing new voters to register and existing voters to update or amend their registration from the ease and convenience of their homes or elsewhere. Remember, you must be registered to vote where you live – even already registered voters can use the voter portal to check and update their voters’ roll addresses. Register in just a few easy steps: Get your SA ID book or card ready Go to https://registertovote.elections.org.za Click “Register to Vote Now” Enter your personal details Enter the One-Time Pin sent to your cellphone Search for your address, or if you are at home, use the current location on your device Take a photo of your ID OR submit a scan of your ID You will receive an SMS within 24 hours confirming your successful registration. Even already registered voters can use the voter portal to check and update their voters’ roll addresses. For more information, contact the Electoral Project Co-ordinator for the Overstrand on Tel: 028 312 1094 or 028 313 1956 or e-mail: govam@elections.org.za .