Make Your Voice Heard. Voting is one of the most important rights every American citizen has. Registration deadlines in many states are just days away — take a few minutes today to make sure you’re registered and ready. Election Day Nov. 3 Tuesday, 2026 Register or Check Your Registration → KEY DATES & DEADLINES Early October Registration deadlines begin Some states close registration as early as the first week of October — don’t wait. Mid–late October Early voting & mail ballot requests Many states open early in-person voting and set deadlines to request a mail or absentee ballot. Tues., Nov. 3 Election Day Polls open across the country. Check your polling place hours before you go. Registration deadlines vary widely. A few examples: Tennessee Mon., Oct. 5 North Carolina Fri., Oct. 9, 5 p.m. New Jersey Tue., Oct. 13 Connecticut (online or mail) Fri., Oct. 16 New York (received by) Sat., Oct. 24 GET READY IN FOUR STEPS 1 Check your registration Moved or changed your name? Update your record before your state’s deadline. 2 Choose how you’ll vote In person on Election Day, early, or by mail — see which options your state offers. 3 Find your polling place Locations can change between elections. Look yours up and check its hours. 4 Know what to bring Many states require identification at the polls. Confirm your state’s ID rules ahead of time. WAYS TO VOTE 🗳️ On Election Day Vote in person at your assigned polling place on Tuesday, Nov. 3. 📅 Early Voting Many states let you vote in person before Election Day. 📬 Mail-In & Absentee Request your ballot early and follow your state’s return rules. COMMON QUESTIONS Voter ID requirements › Check registration status › Changing your address › Find your polling place › KNOW YOUR VOTING RIGHTS Guidance for every voter Vote.gov has step-by-step help for your circumstances. New U.S. citizens What to know about voting for the first time. › Military service members & families Register and vote from wherever you’re stationed. › Americans living abroad You can vote by mail from anywhere in the world. › Voters with disabilities Know your rights and the accommodations protected by law. › Turning 18 soon Take steps now so you’re ready to vote when you’re eligible. › Report a voting problem Report it to the Department of Justice. › 🏛️ Serve your community as a poll worker Poll workers are paid for their time and help set up voting locations, welcome voters, and explain voting procedures. Local election offices are often looking for help. Learn How to Become a Poll Worker → Help others get ready too Forward this email to a friend or family member who may need to check their registration or find their polling place. Visit Vote.gov → The White House Contact Us · Privacy Policy · View in Browser Update your preferences · Unsubscribe © 2026 The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20500