A ballot paper template is a transparent plastic device that is placed on top of a ballot paper. The template has raised print and braille on it, so that visually impaired people can vote independently. You can use this option if you have a visual impairment. These ballot papers are available at every polling station, on request.   For further information on ballot paper templates please see the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage website and Vision Ireland (formerly NCBI) website.