Learn about requirements, options for voting (mail-in and absentee), accommodations and assistance, and your rights as a voter. Use vote.gov to register to vote in federal, state, and local elections. If you’re a U.S. citizen living abroad, see how you can register and vote absentee. Get the information you need to register to vote, check your registration, or update registration information in your state or territory. Whether you're a first-time voter, need to learn more about special voting rules, or just want a refresher, this is the guide for you. First, we'll help you register to vote (which will just take a few minutes). Find out if you can vote. Get ID requirements. Learn about voting in person, early, or absentee. A step-by-step guide to registering to vote online, by mail, or in person, covering required ID, proof of address, and state rules on age and eligibility. You can register to vote in-person, by mail, and in many states online. If you are not already registered or need to update your registration, make sure to do so by your state’s deadline. The Voter Journey Map brings the experience of “how to vote” to life. It guides you through the steps that work best for your situation to create your own personalized map for how to vote in the next election. Learn the five steps to vote by mail: check eligibility, request your ballot, fill out the envelope correctly, return it early, and track it to catch rejections. US Vote's How to Vote guide. We walk you through Voter registration, mail-in and absentee ballots, find your polling place & election dates and deadlines.