How, Where, and When to Vote
Find out where to vote in person on Election Day or earlier, and what form of ID to bring. Learn how to vote by mail-in absentee ballot. See who can’t vote. And learn that you can vote for any candidate in a general election, regardless of party affiliation.
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Absentee and Early Voting
Absentee and early voting are alternatives to voting on Election Day. Some states have passed or proposed new rules in 2021 that may affect absentee and/or early voting.
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Do You Have to Vote for the Party You're Registered With?
In general elections, you can vote for a candidate from any party. But in primary elections, your state may require you to vote for a candidate from your party.
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Voting on Election Day
Find out when and where to vote and what form of ID to bring with you on Election Day.
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Who Can and Can’t Vote in U.S. Elections
To vote in U.S. elections, you must be a U.S. citizen, turn 18 on or before Election Day, and meet your state’s residency and registration requirements.