Important Dates and Election Information
- Early Voting: Saturday, Sept. 21, through Monday, Nov. 4
- Last Day to Request an Absentee Ballot: Monday, Nov. 4
- Deadline for Absentee Ballot to be Received by Mail: Monday, Nov. 4
- Deadline to Return Absentee Ballot in Person: Tuesday, Nov. 5, by 7 p.m.
- General Election: Tuesday, Nov. 5
Quick Overview of Voting
Voter Registration
You can register online, by mail, or in person. Use the state’s voter portal or contact your town or city clerk to check your registration status.
Absentee Voting
All registered voters in Vermont can vote absentee for any reason.
Early Voting
You can vote early and in person at your town or city clerk’s office.
Voting at the Polls
You are not required to show ID when voting at the polls. Check with your town or city clerk for polling hours, as they may vary.
Recent Voting Changes in Vermont
In 2022, a redistricting plan changed the boundaries of some Vermont state legislative districts. Use the secretary of state’s My Voter Page to find your polling place and confirm your district.
How to Register to Vote
You can register to vote online, by mail, or in person.
Online
Go to the My Voter Page, Vermont’s voter portal, to register. If you’re a first-time voter, you will need to provide a photocopy of an acceptable ID, like a driver’s license or a utility bill listing your address. You can register up to and on Election Day (Tuesday, Nov. 5). However, it’s recommended to register by Friday, Nov. 1, to ensure your name appears on the state’s voter checklist.
By Mail
Print and complete a registration form, then mail it to your town or city clerk. Officials recommend sending it at least one week before Election Day. First-time voters should include a photocopy of an acceptable ID, such as a Vermont driver’s license or a utility bill listing your address.
In Person
Visit your town or city clerk’s office during normal business hours until Monday, Nov. 4, or register at your polling place on Election Day (Tuesday, Nov. 5). First-time voters must take a voter’s oath stating that they will vote their conscience and not allow others to influence their vote.
Registering to Vote on Election Day
You can register to vote at your polling place on Election Day.
Check Your Voter Registration Status
Check your registration status using the state’s voter portal or by contacting your town or city clerk.
How to Request an Absentee Ballot
All active registered voters will be mailed an absentee ballot by Tuesday, Oct. 1. If you register after that date, you can request an absentee ballot:
Online
Use the My Voter Page to request your absentee ballot. You can also print and complete an application form and email it to your town or city clerk.
By Mail
Download and complete an application form, then mail it to your town or city clerk. You can also call your clerk’s office to request an application.
In Person
Visit your town or city clerk’s office to request and receive an absentee ballot application.
Absentee ballot applications must be received by the close of business on Monday, Nov. 4. If you are ill or have a disability, you can request that two justices of the peace deliver your absentee ballot and return it for you. This option can be selected when filling out your absentee ballot application.
Returning an Absentee Ballot
Sign the certificate on the absentee ballot envelope after marking your ballot, then return it:
By Mail
Mail your ballot to your town or city clerk’s office, and it must be received by the close of business on Monday, Nov. 4. Officials recommend mailing it one week before Election Day.
In Person
Bring your ballot to your town or city clerk’s office by the close of business on Monday, Nov. 4, or bring it to the polls by 7 p.m. on Election Day (Tuesday, Nov. 5).
Drop Box
Place your absentee ballot in a drop box, if available, by the close of business on Monday, Nov. 4. Drop box locations can be found on the secretary of state’s website.
You can track your absentee ballot using the My Voter Page. If there is an issue with your ballot, such as a missing signature, the town or city clerk will notify you. If you make a mistake, you can correct your ballot before the deadline.
Voting in Person Before Election Day
You can vote early at your town or city clerk’s office during normal business hours from Saturday, Sept. 21, through Monday, Nov. 4.
Voting at the Polls on Election Day
Check with your town or city clerk for specific polling hours, as they may vary. Polls must open by 10 a.m. and close by 7 p.m. You can use the My Voter Page or an interactive map to find your polling location. Sample ballots will also be available on the My Voter Page.
Voter ID Requirements on Election Day
You are not required to show ID to vote at the polls. However, if you registered by mail or online and did not include a photocopy of an ID, you will need to show one at the polling place.
Voting with a Disability
Voters with disabilities may bring someone to assist them with voting, but that person cannot be their employer or a member of their union. Election officials can also bring a ballot to a voter’s car, if needed.
You can request that two justices of the peace deliver and return your absentee ballot if you are ill or have a disability.
All polling places are equipped with accessible ballot marking devices. These tablet-based systems allow voters to mark their choices onto the same paper ballots used by all voters at the polls. More details are available on the secretary of state’s website.
Voting from a Nursing Home or Long-Term Care Facility
Mobile polling stations for absentee voting may be set up at nursing homes or long-term care facilities at the discretion of the town clerk.
