Get registered

Your path to being ready to vote

Registration isn't the same for everyone. Follow the steps for your situation, then create your INEC account and log in to do it.

Which describes you?

You're a new voter. Here's your route.

Have your NIN? You can finish on your phone — select "New registration" when you log in.
No NIN yet? You can only pre-register — select "Pre-registration", then book a biometrics appointment at your nearest INEC office to complete it.
Before you start, check the polling unit closest to your home. Check your polling unit →
Remember, you can report any problem you face here, or reach out to us on WhatsApp.
Now that you know all you need, create your account on the INEC portal and log in to start — pick the option that matches your situation above. Create an account & log in →

First confirm you're on the register and your details are right, then pick your situation.

What best describes your situation?

I registered before but never got my PVC

On the INEC portal, select Replace a lost or damaged PVC. As you fill in the application:

When asked to upload two documents, you can skip this.
When asked to upload two photos, you can take these on your phone.
You don't need to schedule biometrics — just submit your application.
Remember, you can report any problem you face here, or reach out to us on WhatsApp.

Ready? Create an account & log in → and select Replace a lost or damaged PVC.

I've moved to a new home address

On the INEC portal, select Transfer polling unit. As you fill in the application:

When asked to upload two documents, you can skip this.
When asked to upload two photos, you can take these on your phone.
You don't need to schedule biometrics — just submit your application.
Remember, you can report any problem you face here, or reach out to us on WhatsApp.

Ready? Create an account & log in → and select Transfer polling unit.

I never got my PVC and I've moved

On the INEC portal, select Transfer polling unit. As you fill in the application:

When asked to upload two documents, you can skip this.
When asked to upload two photos, you can take these on your phone.
You don't need to schedule biometrics — just submit your application.
Remember, you can report any problem you face here, or reach out to us on WhatsApp.

Ready? Create an account & log in → and select Transfer polling unit.

I lost my PVC, or it was stolen

On the INEC portal, select Replace a lost or damaged PVC. As you fill in the application:

When asked to upload two documents, you can skip this.
When asked to upload two photos, you can take these on your phone.
You don't need to schedule biometrics — just submit your application.
Remember, you can report any problem you face here, or reach out to us on WhatsApp.

Ready? Create an account & log in → and select Replace a lost or damaged PVC.

My PVC is damaged

On the INEC portal, select Replace a lost or damaged PVC. As you fill in the application:

When asked to upload two documents, upload a clear photo of your damaged PVC.
When asked to upload two photos, you can take these on your phone.
You don't need to schedule biometrics — just submit your application.
Remember, you can report any problem you face here, or reach out to us on WhatsApp.

Ready? Create an account & log in → and select Replace a lost or damaged PVC.

I lost my PVC and I've moved

On the INEC portal, select Transfer polling unit. As you fill in the application:

When asked to upload two documents, you can skip this.
When asked to upload two photos, you can take these on your phone.
You don't need to schedule biometrics — just submit your application.
Remember, you can report any problem you face here, or reach out to us on WhatsApp.

Ready? Create an account & log in → and select Transfer polling unit.

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