How to Register for Early Voting in 2026: Steps and Requirements

How to register for early voting in 2026 An easy-to-understand guide for those who cannot vote on the official election day or have urgent obligations. This is the registration manual to exercise your early voting rights.Early votingboth inside and outside the voting district, and abroad.

Mark these important dates for the 2026 electionwith 8 Feb 2026 set as the official election day. Prepare your ID card and vote using the two-ballot system from 08:00 to 17:00.Early voting registration is open from 20 Dec 2025 to 5 Jan 2026, and early voting day is 1 Feb 2026 from 08:00 to 17:00.

Who is eligible to register for early voting in 2026?

People living away from home:

• Those residing outside the election district where they are registered. Recent movers:
• Those who have recently moved their registration to the current district less than 90 days before election day. Overseas residents:
• Those residing outside the Kingdom of Thailand. Government officials:
• Those ordered to perform duties outside their district or on election day, making normal voting impossible. Channels for registering early voting in 2026

Type 1: Early voting "outside the district" and "abroad"

• This group can register via four channels:

1. Online via the internet

Visit the Registration Administration Office website.2. The ThaID application by the Department of Provincial Administration.

3. The Smart Vote application.

4. By mail — send your envelope addressed to the district or local registrar (postmark date is crucial) or submit in person at the district office or local administration.

Type 2: Early voting "within the election district"

• This group cannot register online and must proceed as follows:

Eligible persons are government officials or staff ordered to work on election day or those who must travel. They can submit in person (or by proxy) or by mail with official orders or a certification letter confirming they cannot vote on election day attached.

How to register for early voting in 2026 via the Smart Vote app

Select the menu:

• For those outside their district: “MP Election” > “Outside Election District” > “Online Registration.” For overseas residents: “Outside the Kingdom” > “Online Registration.” Enter your details:
• ID card number, card back number (Laser ID), full name, date of birth, 11-digit household registration code (or passport for overseas residents). Review and choose location:
• The system will show your current data; select the province and location convenient for you to vote. Confirm:
• Confirm your registration and capture a screenshot or save the confirmation file as proof. Documents required (for in-person or mail submission):

Registration application form (Form MP1/7 for abroad).

• Copy of ID card (or government ID/driver’s license with photo and 13-digit number) certified as true copy.
• For those abroad, a copy of the passport is acceptable.
• After registering, remember to verify your registration details again at

the voter eligibility checking system.If you know you will be unable to return to your home district to vote on 1 Feb 2026 or on the official election day, promptly download the Smart Vote app or visit the website to register before 5 Jan 2026.Information:

Government Public Service Center for Citizens