How to Vote in California

Find out everything you need to know about how to vote in California.

Request an Absentee Ballot

Check Your Registration Status

Get Election Reminders

What Are My Voting Options?

No Upcoming Election and Deadline in California

You may have elections happening in your area but we may not know about them at this time.

Please contact your state election official to find out more.



Vote Early In-Person

When can I vote early?
Who can vote early?
Where can I go to vote early?
What do I need to bring to vote early?
Additional Resources

Drop Off Your Ballot

Does my state allow absentee/mail ballot drop-off?
Who is eligible to vote absentee/by mail?
How do I request a ballot?
When are the deadlines to request and drop off a ballot?
Where can I drop it off?
How to track your ballot
You can look up your mail ballot status by using our online tool.
Additional Information

Mail Your Ballot

Who can request a mail or absentee ballot?
How do I request a ballot?
What are the deadlines to request and mail a ballot?
How to track your ballot
You can look up your mail ballot status by using our online tool.
Additional Information

Vote In-Person on Election Day

Where do I vote?
Can I register to vote on Election Day?
What do I need to bring to vote?
Additional Information

Additional California Resources

Who can register to vote in California
Pre-registration
ID Requirements
Your State Election Official
Overseas & Military Voting
Voting as a Student
Voting for People with Disabilities
Voting for People with Convictions