To register to vote in the US, begin by visiting vote.gov, the official government website for voter registration. From there, select your state or territory to find specific instructions on how to register, which may include options to register online, by mail, or in person at local government offices such as election offices, DMV, armed forces recruitment centers, or public assistance offices. You can also download and fill out the National Mail Voter Registration Form, sign it, and mail it to your state or local election office. Requirements such as ID documents vary by state, with common acceptable forms including a driver's license, state ID, utility bills, or bank statements. For U.S. citizens living abroad, military service members, and their families, special registration and absentee ballot options are available through the Federal Voting Assistance Program. Be sure to check your state’s voter registration deadlines to ensure timely registration before elections. After registering, you can verify your status online in many states. In summary, the main ways to register are through:
- Online registration at vote.gov
- Mail-in registration using the national form
- In-person registration at designated government offices.
