Voting on Election Day
Plan your visit to the polls. Use the official guide to check polling locations, opening hours, and identification requirements.
How, when, and where to vote
Explore official information about voting in person or by mail. Check eligibility, identification rules, election dates, and the options available where you live.
Who can and cannot vote
Review voter qualifications and find the official guidance relevant to federal, state, and local elections.
Voting and your political party
Understand how party affiliation relates to general elections, primaries, and caucuses. Check the rules that apply in your state.
Find out when to vote
Find official resources for upcoming elections and voting schedules. Confirm the dates with your election office before making plans.
Absentee voting and voting by mail
Explore ballot-request procedures, return options, and deadlines through the official absentee and mail-voting guide.
Early in-person voting
See where to learn about voting in person before Election Day, including the availability of early voting in your state.
Rules vary by location. For current requirements, always check your official state or local election office.
Based on USA.gov’s voting guide. Official source reviewed October 24, 2026.