If you’re trying to confirm whether you’re registered to vote in Virginia, you have a few quick options to verify your status and find your polling place. What to do first
- Check your registration status online through Virginia’s official voter information portal. It shows your registration status, current address, and polling location. If you recently moved or changed your name, you can update your registration there as well. This portal is the fastest way to confirm your status and make changes if needed.
How to verify and update
- Use the Virginia Voter Registration online system to view or update your information. You can:
- Confirm whether you’re registered
- Update your address or name
- View your polling place and election information
- If you can’t access the online portal, you can:
- Contact your local registrar’s office directly to confirm your status or update details
- Visit or call the local election office for assistance
- Use the official voter information line or resources for Virginia voters
- If you’ve recently moved within Virginia, you’ll typically need to update your registration to reflect your new address, especially if you want your polling place to align with your new location.
Common scenarios
- No changes needed: If you recently moved and kept the same name, and your voter record shows your current address, you’re likely still registered with the correct polling place.
- Name or address change: Update online or via the local registrar. After a successful update, you should receive a confirmation and a new voter card by mail if your state issues one.
- Registered in another state: You must re-register in Virginia if you’ve moved out of state; otherwise you’ll be inactive for Virginia elections.
Helpful notes
- Virginia generally requires updates to be completed before the election to ensure your polling location and ballot style are correct. Deadlines for online registration, mail registration, or same-day options vary by election, so check the current election calendar on the official Virginia election site.
- If you need immediate assistance or prefer speaking with someone, you can call the Virginia Department of Elections or your local registrar’s office for guidance.
If you’d like, tell me your city or county in Virginia and whether you’ve recently moved or changed your name. I can guide you to the exact office contacts and the correct online page for your situation.
