Important Dates and Election Information
- Deadline to submit registration application by mail: Monday, Oct. 28 (postmarked)
- Deadline to request absentee ballot be mailed to a different address: Tuesday, Oct. 29
- Deadline to return a mail or absentee ballot: Tuesday, Nov. 5, by 7 p.m. (received)
- Deadline to register to vote in person: Tuesday, Nov. 5
- General Election: Tuesday, Nov. 5
Voting at a Glance
- Voter Registration: Register to vote online, by mail, or in person. Check your registration status using Hawai‘i’s online voter registration system or call 808-453-8683.
- Mail-in Voting: Every registered voter in Hawai‘i automatically receives a ballot in the mail.
- Early Voting: Cast your ballot at any voter service center in your county from Tuesday, Oct. 22, through Tuesday, Nov. 5, excluding Sundays.
- Voting at the Polls: Hawai‘i votes mostly by mail, but voter service centers are open before and on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5.
Recent Voting Changes in Hawai‘i
A 2022 redistricting plan changed the boundaries of U.S. congressional and some legislative districts, which may affect which candidates appear on your ballot.
How to Register to Vote
Register online, by mail, or in person:
- Online: Sign in to Hawai‘i’s online voter registration system. You need a Hawai‘i driver’s license or state ID card and a Social Security number to access the system.
- By Mail: Complete a voter registration application and send it to your county elections division by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 28. Applications must be postmarked by Oct. 28. Call the state Office of Elections at 808-453-8683 or email [email protected] to request a paper application. Applications are also available at U.S. post offices, state libraries, and most state agencies. First-time voters registering by mail without a Hawai‘i driver’s license, state ID card, or Social Security number must provide proof of identification, such as a current photo ID card, bank statement, utility bill, paycheck, or government document showing your name and address.
- In Person: Visit a voter service center to register, update your registration, and vote. Centers are open Tuesday, Oct. 22, through Election Day, Nov. 5, excluding Sundays. Check the state elections website for locations and hours. You can also register at the county elections division, the state Office of Elections, or when completing an application for a driver’s license or state ID at the DMV.
Maui voters affected by the 2023 wildfires should update their registration information with their current mailing address to ensure they receive a ballot.
Registering to Vote on Election Day
You can register to vote at a voter service center on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5. Check the state elections website for locations and times. You’ll need to provide your Hawai‘i driver’s license, state-issued ID number, or the last four digits of your Social Security number.
Check Your Voter Registration Status
Check your registration status using Hawai‘i’s online voter registration system or by calling 808-453-8683.
How to Request an Absentee Ballot
Every registered voter should automatically receive a mail ballot by Friday, Oct. 18. If you do not receive your ballot, contact your county elections division. If you want your ballot sent to a different address, submit an absentee ballot application by mail or in person by Tuesday, Oct. 29.
- By Mail: Download a copy of the application. You can also call the state Office of Elections at 808-453-8683 or email [email protected] to request an application. Mail your completed application to the address listed on the application.
- In Person: Visit your county elections division to drop off or complete an application.
Returning a Mail or Absentee Ballot
Complete your mail or absentee ballot and sign the return envelope. Election officials will verify your signature against the one on file. If a ballot is returned without a signature, you will be contacted to provide one. A ballot cannot be counted without your signature on the return envelope.
You can return your ballot by mail, in person, or drop it in a drop box:
- By Mail: Send it to your county elections division using the prepaid, preaddressed envelope included in your ballot packet. Ballots must be received (not postmarked) by 7 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5.
- In Person: Return it to a voter service center in your county by 7 p.m. on Election Day. Find locations on the state elections website.
- Drop Box: Locations can be found on the state elections website.
Sign up at BallotTrax or contact your county elections division to check on the status of your ballot. If there is a problem, such as a signature mismatch, BallotTrax will notify you. You will be given up to five days to correct the issue.
Voting in Person Before Election Day
Voter service centers will be open from Tuesday, Oct. 22, through Election Day, Nov. 5, excluding Sundays, for same-day registration, accessible voting, and in-person voting. Check the state elections website for locations and hours.
Voting at the Polls on Election Day
Because Hawai‘i’s elections are mostly by mail, no precinct polling places will be open for the state primary. However, some voter service centers will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Check the state elections website for available locations.
Voter ID Requirements on Election Day
Hawai‘i’s elections are mostly by mail, so there are no precinct polling places. Voter service centers will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5. Check the state elections website for locations. Sample ballots will be available at the state Office of Elections.
Voting with a Disability
If you’re a voter with special needs, you can request an electronic ballot on your voter registration or by contacting your county elections division.
Voters requiring assistance can use accessible voting equipment at voter service centers. Voters in nursing homes or long-term care facilities will receive a ballot in the mail or can vote at a voter service center.
