You can only vote in elections if your name appears on the register of electors. If you have never registered to vote, recently changed address or changed your name you can apply below.

We carry out a full review of the electoral register every year, but you can add your name to the register at any time. Remember, if you do not register then you cannot vote in elections in South Cambridgeshire.

How to register

Visit the GOV.uk website to register online and to find out more.

To register in time for an election, you must register at least 12 working days before the poll takes place.

British Citizens living overseas

You can register to vote on the GOV.uk website.

The Two Versions of the Electoral Register

The Full Register

The Full Register has the names and addresses of everyone registered to vote. We update it monthly. Anyone can look at it at our office.

Copies of this register can only be given for certain reasons, such as elections and law enforcement. Credit reference agencies can also use the Full Register, but only to check your name and address if you’re applying for credit and to stop money laundering.

Anyone who has a copy of the Register will be committing a criminal offence if they unlawfully pass on information from it.

The Open Register

The Open Register is available for general sale. Any person, company, or organisation can buy a copy of the Open Register. It can be used for any purpose for example, carrying out business activities, identity checks. We keep it separate from the Full Register and update it monthly.

You can also choose not to be on it.

Opt-out of the Open Register

If you tick the "opt-out" box when registering, your name and address will only appear on the Full Register.

If you do not tick the box, your name will also appear on the Open Register, which anyone can buy. This step means anyone can use your details for any purpose. To opt-out once you have already registered, email elections@scambs.gov.uk.

Viewing the Electoral Register

The Electoral Register is not available to view online. You can view a paper copy of the Electoral Register at our offices in Cambourne. Viewing must be under supervision and you may only take handwritten notes, you may not take photos or photocopies.