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 General Election

North Dakota General Election

Nov 05, 2024

Voter Registration Deadline

North Dakota does not require voter registration


Same-Day Voter Registration

North Dakota does not require voter registration

Absentee Ballot Deadlines

Deadline to Request an Absentee Ballot:
Mail: There is no deadline to request an absentee ballot. Make sure your application is received in time for your Election Official to mail you a ballot.
In Person: There is no deadline for absentee ballot requests to be received. Make sure your application is received in time for your Election Official to get a ballot to you.
Deadline to Return Completed Absentee Ballot:
By mail: Postmarked by Mon November 4, 2024
In person: Received by 5:00 pm Mon November 4, 2024

Register to Vote

North Dakota does not require voter registration.

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?
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