What countries allow vote by mail

Many countries allow vote by mail, also known as absentee voting or postal voting, to varying degrees. Here's a list of some countries that allow vote by mail:

  1. United States: All 50 states allow some form of absentee voting, with varying rules and deadlines.
  2. Canada: All provinces and territories allow absentee voting, with some provinces offering online registration and voting.
  3. Australia: All states and territories allow postal voting, with some states offering online registration and voting.
  4. United Kingdom: The UK allows postal voting for certain elections, such as local elections and referendums.
  5. Germany: Germany allows postal voting for federal elections, with some states offering online registration and voting.
  6. France: France allows postal voting for presidential and legislative elections, with some departments offering online registration and voting.
  7. Italy: Italy allows postal voting for national elections, with some regions offering online registration and voting.
  8. Spain: Spain allows postal voting for national elections, with some regions offering online registration and voting.
  9. Sweden: Sweden allows postal voting for national elections, with some municipalities offering online registration and voting.
  10. New Zealand: New Zealand allows postal voting for national elections, with some regions offering online registration and voting.
  11. Ireland: Ireland allows postal voting for national elections, with some counties offering online registration and voting.
  12. Netherlands: The Netherlands allows postal voting for national elections, with some municipalities offering online registration and voting.
  13. Belgium: Belgium allows postal voting for national elections, with some regions offering online registration and voting.
  14. Switzerland: Switzerland allows postal voting for national elections, with some cantons offering online registration and voting.
  15. Israel: Israel allows postal voting for national elections, with some parties offering online registration and voting.
  16. South Africa: South Africa allows postal voting for national elections, with some provinces offering online registration and voting.
  17. India: India allows postal voting for national elections, with some states offering online registration and voting.
  18. Brazil: Brazil allows postal voting for national elections, with some states offering online registration and voting.
  19. Mexico: Mexico allows postal voting for national elections, with some states offering online registration and voting.
  20. Philippines: The Philippines allows postal voting for national elections, with some regions offering online registration and voting.

Please note that the rules and regulations surrounding vote by mail can vary significantly between countries and even within countries, depending on the type of election and the jurisdiction. It's always best to check with the relevant election authority or government website for specific information on vote by mail options in your country or region.