General Elections vote online

The General Election is here and the country is facing the closest poll in decades.

Party leaders have battled it out and the prospect of no single party winning an overall majority is looking ever more likely.

So, it's important to make your vote count.

Party leaders: David Cameron and Ed Miliband battle it out just days before the election

Here's everything you need to know about what to do today.

When can I vote?

Polling stations are open from 7am to 10pm on Thursday.

Where do I go to vote?

The location of your polling station will be written on your polling card.

If you've lost it, don't worry. You can find out where you have to go by contacting your local election office.

Final countdown: It's only two days until polling stations open

Just put your postcode into the search at AboutMyVote.co.uk and it'll tell you who to get in touch with.

Can I vote without my polling card?

Yes. It might speed the process up a little if you have your polling card with you, but you can vote without it.

What do I do when I get to the polling station?

When you arrive at the polling station, there will be people sitting at a desk with a copy of the electoral register.