How to Vote in Washington

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

Upcoming Elections and Deadlines in Washington

Seattle Primary Election
(Local)

Seattle Primary Election

Aug 05, 2025

Early voting: Fri July 18, 2025 - Tue August 5, 2025

Voter Registration Deadline

Online: Mon Jul 28, 2025 Mail: Received by Mon Jul 28, 2025 In person: Tue Aug 5, 2025

Same-Day Voter Registration

Election Day: Available Early Voting Period: Available

Seattle Mayoral Election
(Local)

Seattle Mayoral Election

Nov 04, 2025

Early voting: Fri October 17, 2025 - Tue November 4, 2025

Voter Registration Deadline

Online: Mon Oct 27, 2025 Mail: Received by Mon Oct 27, 2025 In person: Tue Nov 4, 2025

Same-Day Voter Registration

Election Day: Available Early Voting Period: Available

Our website includes election dates for federal elections, statewide elections, and mayoral elections in the top 100 cities by population. Please contact your local election official to learn about other local elections that may be happening in your area.

Register to Vote

Who can register to vote in Washington
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?
Anyone is allowed to drop off a ballot for someone else in Washington. 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 Washington Resources

Your State Election Official
Overseas & Military Voting
Additional Information