New Zealand's general election is on Saturday 7 November. This year, you must be enrolled by midnight on Sunday 25 October to vote. Unlike previous elections, you can't enrol on election day. If you've moved house recently, check that your address is up to date too.

Got older teenagers (18+)? If you have rangatahi who have recently turned 18 or will turn 18 before election day, make sure to check if they are enrolled so they can vote in their first election!

How to enrol or check your details: Enrolling is quick and easy online at vote.nz using a photo ID (NZ driver’s licence, NZ passport, or RealMe ID). Need help? Call 0800 36 76 56.

Frequently Asked Questions:

• Am I eligible to vote? If you are 18 or older, currently live in NZ, have lived here for at least one year continuously at some point, and are a NZ citizen or permanent resident, YES, you’re eligible!
• Are you trying to tell me who to vote for? Not at all! This is strictly non-partisan. Who you vote for is entirely your choice – all that matters is that your voice and your family’s voice are heard.
• Why should I vote if I don't care about politics? Decisions made by the government directly impact our schools, healthcare, local environment, and power bills. By voting, you help shape a future that supports your kids, whānau, and community.
• Where can I find neutral information on candidates/parties? Independent outlets like RNZ offer non-partisan guides on party policies, or you can check out Policy NZ’s website, where you can select the topics you care about and see where parties stand.

Enrol to vote today and help guide Aotearoa into a great future!