What happens if I have an expired DNI for the July 23 elections?

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The countdown has begun for the general elections this Sunday, July 23. The appointment of the polls with the citizens is already just around the corner, although a series of conditions must be taken into account in order to exercise our right to vote. It is estimated that almost 40 million Spaniards will come to deposit their ballots in this call.

The National Identity Document is used as an accrediting element that verifies that the vote corresponds to the person who deposits it. It is required in its electronic version for the request and the completion of the vote-by-mail process, but also at the assigned polling station in person.

In principle, there should be no problem presenting this expired document because it would continue to serve to facilitate identification. However, participation in the elections could be restricted if there is no official certification that verifies who is the person who is going to the polls.. In no case can a photocopy be considered valid..

Other options to vote on 23-J

If the DNI has been lost, there are other equally valid alternatives to be able to vote. The passport, residence card or driving license are certified documents that also allow the procedure to be carried out. Even after they have expired, their validity remains as long as an image of ours that clearly distinguishes us appears on them.

To vote by mail, the same requirements must be accredited, with the exception that someone other than you can deliver the envelope with your vote at the Post Office. If you need someone to send it in your place, you will only have to fill out an authorization so that the process can be carried out.

Although all official documents can be delivered even when they have expired and are valid in all the Autonomous Communities, whenever possible it is recommended to bring one that is up to date to avoid confusion and problems at the polling stations.