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VOTER INFORMATION / SOUTH AFRICA

Voting in the 2026 local elections

Special voting takes place on 2–3 November. Election Day is Wednesday, 4 November 2026. Confirm your own arrangements and registered station with the IEC.

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If your special vote was approved

Special voting is for voters whose applications were approved. Station-based special voters must use the station where they are registered.

Approved home-visit voters should remain available at the address supplied in their application on 2 and 3 November. Contact the IEC if you are uncertain about your arrangement.

The special-vote application period has closed. This website does not accept applications or confirm an individual voter’s approval.

Confirm your own arrangements with the IEC

For special-vote status, the IEC advises sending your ID number by SMS to 32711 (R1 per SMS). Send it directly through the official IEC channel.

For your registered voting station, use the official IEC website ↗, WhatsApp Hi to 060 088 0000 ↗, or call the IEC on 0800 11 8000.

Bring your smart ID card, green barcoded ID book or valid temporary identity certificate.

Using this website’s ward and candidate tools

The ward map, station guide and candidate search help you explore source records. A map or station listing does not confirm your personal registration or approved voting arrangement.

Candidate records retain their identified 16 September 2026 source snapshot. A complete newer amended roster has not been verified here. Confirm current voting arrangements directly with the IEC.

Sources and review date

Reviewed on 2 November 2026 against the following official government and IEC reporting. Follow the original sources for subsequent changes.