How to Vote in Maine

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

Upcoming Elections and Deadlines in Maine

Maine General Election

Maine General Election

Nov 05, 2024

In-person absentee voting: Sun October 6, 2024 - Thu October 31, 2024

Voter Registration Deadline

Online: Tue Oct 15, 2024
Mail: Received by Tue Oct 15, 2024
In person: Tue Nov 5, 2024

Same-Day Voter Registration

Election Day: Available Early Voting Period: Available

Absentee Ballot Deadlines

Deadline to Request an Absentee Ballot:
Online: 5:00 pm Thu October 31, 2024
Mail: Received by close of business Thursday, October 31, 2024
In Person: close of business Thu October 31, 2024
Deadline to Return Completed Absentee Ballot:
By mail: Received by 8:00 pm Tue November 5, 2024
In person: Received by 8:00 pm Tue November 5, 2024

Register to Vote

Who can register to vote in Maine
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?
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?
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 Maine. For more information on who can return an absentee ballot, contact your local election official.

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 Maine Resources

Your State Election Official
Overseas & Military Voting
Additional Information