How to Vote in District of Columbia
Find out everything you need to know about how to vote in District of Columbia.What Are My Voting Options?
No Upcoming Election and Deadline in District of Columbia
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.
Register to Vote
Who can register to vote in District of Columbia
Pre-registration
Can I register to vote on Election Day?
Voter registration deadlines
Registering to vote as a student
Registering for people with disabilities
Registering for people with convictions
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?
Can I register to vote during Early Voting?
Voting early as a student
Voting early for people with disabilities
Request a Mail-In/Absentee Ballot
Can everyone vote by mail/absentee?
How do I request a ballot?
What is the deadline to request a ballot?
Requesting an absentee ballot in emergencies or for people with disabilities
How to track your ballot
Track your ballot online with your state.
Return your Completed Ballot
Does my state allow absentee/mail ballot drop-off?
What is the deadline to drop off a voted ballot?
Where can I drop off my voted ballot?
How to track your ballot
Track your ballot online with your state.
Who can drop off my completed ballot?
Certain designated individuals are allowed to drop off a ballot for someone else in District of Columbia. For more information on who can return an absentee ballot,
contact your local election official.
contact your local election official.