Important Dates and Election Info
Here are the key dates for voting in Colorado:
- Voter registration deadline to get a mail ballot: Monday, Oct. 28
- In-person voting begins: Monday, Oct. 21
- Deadline for mail ballots to be received: Tuesday, Nov. 5, by 7 p.m.
- Election Day: Tuesday, Nov. 5
Voting at a Glance
- Voter Registration: Register to vote or check your registration status at GoVoteColorado.gov.
- Voting with a Mail Ballot: Every registered voter automatically receives a ballot by mail in Colorado. Your mail ballot will be sent to the address in your voter registration file, which you can check and update at GoVoteColorado.gov.
- Early In-Person Voting: If you prefer to vote in person, you can visit a voter service and polling center in your county to cast your ballot from Monday, Oct. 21, through Election Day.
- Voting at the Polls: Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Bring an acceptable ID, such as a valid Colorado driver’s license or Colorado ID.
Recent Voting Changes in Colorado
Here are some changes to be aware of for the 2024 elections:
- A new 2024 law allows voters displaced by natural disasters to receive an emergency replacement ballot within eight days before Election Day. First responders and health care workers unable to vote on Election Day are also eligible for an emergency replacement ballot.
- Under a law passed in 2023, state-approved digital IDs are now considered acceptable forms of identification.
How to Register to Vote
To receive a ballot in the mail, you need to register or update your mailing address by Monday, Oct. 28. If you miss this deadline, you can still register in person up to and including Election Day at a voter service and polling center in your county.
- Online: If you have a driver’s license, state ID card from the Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles, or a Social Security number, you can register online on the secretary of state’s website.
- By Mail, Email, or Fax: Download and complete the Colorado Voter Registration Form and send it to your county clerk and recorder’s office. Find contact details using this roster of offices.
- By Phone: Call your county clerk and recorder’s office to request a paper copy of the registration form. You can mail, email, fax, or hand-deliver the completed form.
- In Person: Visit your county clerk and recorder’s office to pick up and submit a registration form. You’ll automatically be registered to vote when applying for or renewing your driver’s license unless you opt out. You can also register at military recruitment offices or public assistance offices. Registration is available up to and including Election Day at voter service and polling centers in your county.
For more information or to check and update your registration status, visit the secretary of state’s website. If you have questions, contact your county clerk and recorder’s office or call the secretary of state’s office at 303-894-2200 and select the elections option.
Registering to Vote on Election Day
You can register to vote on Election Day at any voter service and polling center in your county.
Checking Your Registration Status
Check your registration status at GoVoteColorado.gov.
How to Get a Mail Ballot
Every registered voter in Colorado will automatically receive a ballot by mail if their information is up to date. Make sure your current address is on file in your voter registration information.
If you need to register or change your address, do so by Monday, Oct. 28, to receive a mail ballot. It’s best to complete this process as early as possible to ensure timely delivery of your ballot.
If you miss the deadline, you can still update your registration and pick up a mail ballot in person at a voter service and polling center in your county.
Ballots will be mailed to voters starting Friday, Oct. 11. For more information about mail ballots, visit the secretary of state’s website.
Returning Your Mail Ballot
Your ballot must be received (not just postmarked) by your county clerk by 7 p.m. on Election Day (Tuesday, Nov. 5). Different rules and deadlines may apply for military and overseas voters. You can return your ballot by mail or in person.
- By Mail: Send your completed ballot to your county clerk and recorder’s office. Make sure to sign the envelope and include the required postage. Mail it early enough to ensure it arrives by Election Day.
- In Person: Your mail-ballot package will include information about where to drop it off. You can also hand-deliver your ballot to your county clerk and recorder’s office by 7 p.m. on Election Day. To find secure drop box locations in your area, contact your county clerk or visit GoVoteColorado.gov.
Track your ballot’s status by signing up for BallotTrax or visiting GoVoteColorado.gov. If there’s a problem with your ballot, like a missing signature, use the state’s TXT2Cure system to resolve it.
Voting in Person Before Election Day
If you prefer not to use a mail ballot, you can vote early in person at any voter service and polling center in your county from Monday, Oct. 21, through Tuesday, Nov. 5. Voting hours vary by location, so contact your county clerk and recorder’s office or visit GoVoteColorado.gov for more information.
Voting at the Polls on Election Day
Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day. You can find information about polling locations at GoVoteColorado.gov. If you are in line by 7 p.m., you will be allowed to vote.
Sample ballots will be available on the secretary of state’s website closer to Election Day.
Voter ID Requirements
To vote in person, you must provide an acceptable form of identification, such as a valid Colorado driver’s license, military ID, or a current utility bill. If you are voting by mail for the first time, you may need to include a copy of your ID.
Colorado considers state-approved digital IDs, such as an electronic version of your driver’s license, as an acceptable form of identification. For a full list of acceptable IDs, check the secretary of state’s website.
Voting with a Disability
Colorado provides several options for accessible voting, including an electronic ballot that allows you to vote from home. You can find more information and answers to common questions for voters with disabilities on the secretary of state’s website.
