How to Vote in North Dakota

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

Upcoming Elections and Deadlines in North Dakota

North Dakota Democratic Presidential Primary Election

North Dakota Democratic Presidential Primary Election

Apr 06, 2024

Early voting: Some counties offer early voting between Sat March 2, 2024 - Fri April 5, 2024

Voter Registration Deadline

North Dakota does not require voter registration


Same-Day Voter Registration

Early Voting Period: Not available

Absentee Ballot Deadlines

Deadline to Request an Absentee Ballot:
Online: Not available
Mail: Received by Saturday, March 30, 2024
In Person: Fri April 5, 2024
Deadline to Return Completed Absentee Ballot:
By mail: Received by Fri April 5, 2024
In person: Received by Fri April 5, 2024

North Dakota Primary Election

North Dakota Primary Election

Jun 11, 2024

Early voting: Some counties offer early voting between Sat May 25, 2024 - Fri June 7, 2024

Voter Registration Deadline

North Dakota does not require voter registration


Same-Day Voter Registration

Early Voting Period: Not available

Absentee Ballot Deadlines

Deadline to Request an Absentee Ballot:
Online: Not available
Deadline to Return Completed Absentee Ballot:
By mail: Received by Mon June 10, 2024
In person: Received by Mon June 10, 2024

Register to Vote

Who can register to vote in North Dakota

Vote Early In-Person

North Dakota does not offer in-person early voting.

Sign up for state specific updates

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 North Dakota. For more information on who can return an absentee ballot,
contact your local election official.

Vote In-Person on Election Day

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

Additional North Dakota Resources

Your State Election Official
Overseas & Military Voting
Additional Information