How to Vote in Kentucky

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

Upcoming Elections and Deadlines in Kentucky

Kentucky Primary Election

Kentucky Primary Election

May 21, 2024

In-person absentee voting: Thu May 16, 2024 - Sat May 18, 2024

Voter Registration Deadline

Online: Mon Apr 22, 2024
Mail: Received by Mon Apr 22, 2024
In person: Mon Apr 22, 2024

Same-Day Voter Registration

Election Day: Not Available
Early Voting Period: Not available

Absentee Ballot Deadlines

Deadline to Request an Absentee Ballot:
Mail: Received by Tuesday, May 07, 2024
In Person: Tue May 7, 2024
Deadline to Return Completed Absentee Ballot:
By mail: Received by Tue May 21, 2024
In person: Received by Tue May 21, 2024

Register to Vote

Who can register to vote in Kentucky
Pre-registration
Can I register to vote on Election Day?
Voter registration deadlines
Registering to vote as a student
Registering for people with disabilities

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?
You must return your own absentee ballot. Contact your local election official for more information.

Vote In-Person on Election Day

Can I register to vote on Election Day?
What do I need to bring to vote on Election Day?
Voting as a Student
Voting for People with Disabilities

Additional Kentucky Resources

Your State Election Official
Overseas & Military Voting
Additional Information