Each state has its own deadlines for registering to vote, and these deadlines may vary by the way in which you register (for example, online, in-person, or by mail). Some states allow for same-day registration during early voting and on Election Day. Some states may have different registration deadlines for special elections or primaries.
The following state-by-state guide will help you determine your voter registration deadline for the upcoming election on November 3rd.
| STATE | DEADLINE |
| Alabama | October 19th |
| Alaska | October 4th |
| Arizona | October 5th |
| Arkansas | October 5th |
| California | October 19th; Same-day registration Oct. 20th through Election Day. |
| Colorado | October 26th; Same-day registration during early voting and on Election Day. |
| Connecticut | October 27th; Same-day registration on Election Day. |
| Delaware | October 10th |
| District of Columbia | October 10th; Same-day registration on Election Day. |
| Florida | October 5th |
| Georgia | October 5th |
| Hawaii | October 5th; Same-day registration during early voting and on Election Day. |
| Idaho | October 9th; Same-day registration on Election Day. |
| Illinois | October 6th (Oct. 18th for online registration); Same-day registration Oct. 7th through Election Day, although availability varies by county. |
| Indiana | October 5th |
| Iowa | October 24th (Mail-in registrations must be postmarked by Oct. 19th or received by Oct. 24th); Same-day registration on Election Day. |
| Kansas | October 13th |
| Kentucky | October 5th |
| Louisiana | October 4th (Oct. 13th for online registration) |
| Maine | October 13th; Same-day registration on Election Day. |
| Maryland | October 13th; Same-day registration during early voting and on Election Day. |
| Massachusetts | October 24th |
| Michigan | October 19th; Same-day registration during early voting and on Election Day. |
| Minnesota | October 13th; Same-day registration during early voting and on Election Day. |
| Mississippi | October 5th |
| Missouri | October 7th |
| Montana | October 26th; Same-day registration on Election Day. |
| Nebraska | October 16th (In-person on Oct. 23rd) |
| Nevada | October 6th (Oct. 29th for online registration) Same-day registration during early voting and on Election Day. |
| New Hampshire | October 27th; Same-day registration on Election Day. |
| New Jersey | October 13th |
| New Mexico | October 6th; Same-day registration available until Oct. 31st at your County Clerk’s office. |
| New York | October 9th (Mail-in registrations must be received by Oct. 14th) |
| North Carolina | October 9th; Same-day registration during early voting. |
| North Dakota | No registration necessary. |
| Ohio | October 5th |
| Oklahoma | October 9th |
| Oregon | October 13th |
| Pennsylvania | October 19th |
| Rhode Island | October 4th |
| South Carolina | October 2nd for in-person registration; email or fax by Oct. 4th; postmarked by Oct. 5th for mail-in. |
| South Dakota | October 19th |
| Tennessee | October 5th |
| Texas | October 6th |
| Utah | October 23rd; Same-day registration during early voting and on Election Day. |
| Vermont | No deadline for registration. Same-day registration available every day, including Election Day. |
| Virginia | October 13th |
| Washington | October 26th; Same-day registration during early voting and on Election Day. |
| West Virginia | October 13th (For mail-in, must be received by Oct. 16th.) |
| Wisconsin | October 14th (Oct. 30th if registering in person.) Same-day registration on Election Day. |
| Wyoming | October 19th; Same-day registration on Election Day. |
Get registered to vote and make your voice heard
Even though Election Day may seem a long way off, your state’s registration deadline may be just around the corner. Whether you’re planning to register online, by mail, or in person, it’s important that you understand these deadlines if you hope to participate in one of our most cherished traditions. If you have additional questions or concerns about your voting rights, don’t hesitate to ask a lawyer.
This article contains general legal information and does not contain legal advice. Rocket Lawyer is not a law firm or a substitute for an attorney or law firm. The law is complex and changes often. For legal advice, please ask a lawyer.
