AEC Services & Activities

To vote, you MUST be enrolled before the federal election is called.

You only need to enrol once for Federal, State and local government elections.

More Information About the AEC

The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is responsible for conducting federal elections and referendums and maintaining the Commonwealth electoral roll. Further responsibilities of the AEC can be found under Functions of the AEC.

Between 1973 and 1984 it was known as the Australian Electoral Office and was first established as a branch of the Department of Home Affairs in 1902. On 21 February 1984 following major amendments to the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918 (the Act) the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) was established as an independent statutory authority.

Where do I send my form?

Please enter your residential postcode to find out where to send your form.

This page last updated Tuesday, August 07, 2007