The Australian High Commission in Colombo will offer in-person early voting and postal vote collection support for the 2026 Victorian State Election. These services will be available from 24-26 November 2026 between 10am and 3pm.
You will be required to present photographic identification and undergo security scanning prior to entry into the High Commission.
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Voting in the 2026 Victorian state election
On Saturday 28 November, Victorians will vote to elect the next Victorian Parliament. If you’re a Victorian voter overseas on the day of the election, you can still have your say by pre-poll voting at an overseas voting centre or by postal vote.
In-Person Voting
You will be able to vote in-person at the Australian High Commission in Colombo prior to the date of the election. The Australian High Commission in Colombo will not be open for voting on Saturday 28 November.
Location: Australian High Commission in Colombo. Address: 21 R.G. Senanayake Mawatha, Colombo 00700
The dates and hours for In-Person Voting at the Australian High Commission are as follows:
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Pre-poll voting dates |
Opening Hours |
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Tuesday 24 November |
10:00am to 3pm |
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Wednesday 25 November |
10:00am to 3pm |
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Thursday 26 November |
10:00am to 3pm |
Postal Voting
Alternatively, overseas voters can vote by post. You can apply for a postal vote on the Victorian Electoral Commission website. You can request to receive your ballot pack by email.
Postal voters can mail their completed postal vote to the Australian High Commission or drop it off in person during pre-poll voting hours. Your vote must be received by the Australian High Commission by 15:00 on Thursday 26 November.
In person address: 21 R.G. Senanayake Mawatha, Colombo 00700
Mailing address: 21 R.G. Senanayake Mawatha, Colombo 00700
You may return your completed postal vote directly to the VEC in Australia using the reply-paid return details provided with your emailed postal vote application. If you choose to use any other postal or courier service, including returning your vote by posting to Australia, the associated costs will be your responsibility.
Further information
You can enrol, check your details or update your details on the VEC website.
If you are unable to vote because you are overseas, you need to advise the VEC by completing an ‘Away from Victoria’ form.
Find additional information on the Victorian state election at the VEC website