How long does it take for my new details to get on the electoral register?
During the annual canvass period, which is August to November each year (July to October in 2012), your name will not be added to the Electoral Register until 1st December (16 October 2012). Unfortunately, your application will not be speeded up if you apply early as the information is not available to any other source until the revised register is published. The only reason your name may be registered earlier is if there is a by-election in your area.