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On-line registration for Australians overseas

We encourage use of this online registration service by Australians planning to reside overseas for extended periods, and those travelling to locations where there are security risks.

Information for Australian Travellers

• Consular Duty Officer (24 hour): +61 2 6261 3305

• Toll Free (local call cost - within Australia only) 1300 555 135

• Australian travellers and residents in Ghana and West Africa are encouraged to register with the Australian High Commission in Ghana and check Smartraveller for information on security issues.

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Australian Federal Election 2010

As you may be aware, an Australian federal election has been called for
Saturday 21 August 2010.

Eligible voters can vote either in person at the Australian High Commission in Accra or by applying for a postal vote. You will need to know which Australian address you are currently enrolled at in order to be issued with the correct ballot papers for your electorate.

You can check your enrolment details at the Australian Electoral Commission’s website or by calling +61 2 6271 4411.

A pre-poll voting service will be available at the Australian High Commission in Accra from Monday 9 August to Friday 20 August, excluding weekends. This service will be available from 9am-3pm. By voting early, you may avoid queues and delays.

Alternatively, you can apply for a postal vote. You will need to print it off and completing postal vote application form here.

The Australian High Commission will accept completed postal vote application forms until 3pm on Wednesday 18 August. Your ballot papers will then be sent to you to complete and post back. If you opt for a postal vote, apply now so that we can get your ballot papers to you in time.

The Australian High Commission in Accra will also be open for voting between 8am and 10am on election day, 21 August 2010. Voting will close at 10am sharp because of a strict requirement that no vote be issued after 6pm, Western Australian time on 21 August.

For security purposes, please bring your passport to vote.

If you are unable to attend an overseas voting centre or complete a postal vote you should notify the AEC by emailing info@aec.gov.au

More information on the Australian federal election, including key dates and enrolment information, is available at the Australian Electoral Commission’s website, by calling +61 2 6271 4411 or emailing info@aec.gov.au

For more information on voting in Accra, contact the Australian High Commission in Accra by telephone on +233 (0)302 216 400 or by email: Accrahc.Enquiries@dfat.gov.au