How to Vote in California
Find out everything you need to know about how to vote in California in 2020.What Are My Voting Options?
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Upcoming Elections and Deadlines in California
In-Person Early
Vote in-person, usually during a two to three week period before Election Day.
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
Complete your absentee ballot at home and drop it off at an official location.
Does my state allow absentee ballot dropoff?
Who is eligible to vote absentee?
How do I request a ballot?
What 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 Vote-By-Mail status, by using your state's online tool
Additional Information
Mail In Your Ballot
Complete your absentee ballot at home and mail it in.
Who can request a mail ballot?
How do I request a mail ballot?
When are the deadlines to request and mail a ballot?
How to track your ballot
You can look up your Vote-By-Mail status, by using your state's online tool
Additional Information
In-Person on Election Day
Vote in-person on Tuesday, Nov. 3rd.