How to vote

How to cast your ballot

The steps below use official government sources. Your exact polling place and hours are set by your local election office, and the links here go straight to them.

See my ballot Register to vote

Three steps

From registration to the ballot box.

01Check your registrationFind your state deadlines and the official site to register or confirm your status.Registration guide
02Know your ballotSee every race and candidate for your address, with a source on every fact.My ballot
03Find where and whenYour local election office sets polling places, hours, and early and mail voting options.vote.gov

Official resources

Government sites

vote.gov: official U.S. government voting portalvote.gov
USA.gov: how to vote in your statewww.usa.gov/how-to-vote
U.S. Election Assistance Commission: voter resourceswww.eac.gov/voters
Voter eligibility and ID basicswww.usa.gov/who-can-vote

About voter ID

Varies by state

Requirements range from no ID to a photo ID. Rules change, so always confirm with your state's official election office before Election Day. If you are ever turned away, you can ask for a provisional ballot.

Source: vote.govReference links, not dated