It’s the best way to ensure sure your vote is received on time and processed securely. Even if you have already applied for your mail-in ballot, most states allow you to vote early in-person or drop off your absentee ballot in-person, so you know it’s counted by Election Day.
By voting early in person, you can also avoid potential crowds on November 3, and vote on your time, on your schedule. Early voting in counties also can often be done at multiple locations that may be more convenient for you, with potential weekend options for voting, and expanded hours. So you get to decide when to go.
And, you’d be doing your part to spread out voting over longer periods of time, to help reduce stress on the voting system on Election Day, which means less stress for voters and poll-workers and safer COVID conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
In many states, you can still vote in-person, either early or on Election Day. You may need to bring your absentee or mail ballot with you–check for your state specific info: https://votewith.us/plan/. You may also be able to pick up your absentee or mail ballot at an early voting site, and cast it on the spot, or bring your completed absentee or mail ballot to an early voting site to cast it there, so you know it’s counted on time! If you use a secure drop box or the mail, you can track your ballot to check that it got there on time https://votewith.us/plan/.
Yes, it is. In some states, in-person early voting is sometimes called “in-person absentee voting”. On this site, we use the generic term “Early Voting” to mean both “in-person early voting” and “in-person absentee voting.”
However, it is important that you check what the rules are in your state. “In-person absentee voting” may be limited and voters may have to meet specific criteria as to why they are not able to vote in person.
In a number of states, first-time voters and people registering to vote on the same day as they’re casting their ballot need to provide photo ID, while other voters do not. You can check requirements on this website, but please double-check your state laws, and contact your local election officials to confirm.
Make sure you are registered to vote, and bring your ID to the polling place if you’re voting in person. Check your state’s laws and call your local elections officials to verify that the information you have is correct. You should also make sure to research all the candidates and issues on the ballot so you can make fully informed choices! For information about what’s going to be on your ballot, please visit: https://www.ballotready.org/
Simple! Go to www.wearemarchon.org/vote and follow the prompts. In 21 states and DC, you can register when you vote in person. Check here to see if your state has this option, and you can register, and vote, all in one trip to the polls.
Ballot Ready has put together extensive resources to help voters prepare – enter your address, and you’ll find out exactly what is on your ballot including information about the candidates and issues. You can also reach out to trusted local organizations and ask if they have or recommend a voter guide.
States are taking real precautions to ensure voting is safe — including ensuring social distancing, masks, and regular disinfecting. Many states are also providing outdoor options, or curbside voting. You can always check with your county office to find out specific precautions in your county, or ask a friend who has already voted early in person.
March On’s Voter Protection Corps (VPC) is organizing to provide all the tools and resources to educate voters this election on how to protect the vote in their communities. An educated voter is more difficult to suppress. The VPCs goal is to train volunteers who can educate vulnerable voters and provide resources that help volunteers and voters. They have weekly volunteer orientations and phone banks that you can sign up for online. They can also meet with any group (organization, sports league, book club, church group, etc), to train everyone and get them set up with resources to reach voters. Sign up to be a part of the Voter Protection Corps!
Yes! Our website is pulling from a database that you can also view yourself. From there, you can sort, filter, and even download a CSV. Click here to view the full voting information by state database.
You should immediately report any issues to your local county elections’ office. Check out your state’s page to find your county information.
You have a right in most states to cure your ballot! The process differs by state, so consult your state’s election page to check
Everyone should feel safe voting. You should report any issues. Here are some numbers:
1-866-OUR-VOTE
1-888-VE-Y-VOTA (Spanish)
1-844-YALLA-US (Arabic)
1-888-API-VOTE (Asian languages)
Almost all states allow you to deliver your absentee/mail ballot to your local elections office. To see if your state has that option, check your state’s page. You’ll also find a list of your state’s local election offices.
In addition to your state’s local election offices, many states have separate, designed early voting sites. In 11 States + DC allow you to drop off your ballot at any in-person early voting location in the county, including: Arizona, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Kansas, Montana, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oregon, Utah and Washington.
If you feel uncomfortable delivering your ballot in person, you may be able to designate someone else, including a family member, to deliver your ballot on your behalf. Check to see if your state has this option here, or call your county elections office.
Filling out ballots, especially for the first time, can be confusing. Make sure you read the instructions carefully. Here are 5 easy tips to keep in mind!
#1. Don’t be late. Since we’re close to Election Day, if you can, bring your ballot to an early voting site, your election office or a ballot drop box if available. Check your state page for more specific info.
#2. Sign your envelope & add your address where required. If your state requires a witness, make your witness sign & add his/her address, too!
#3. Match your signature to your “official” sig on file. Not sure what that is? Match to your government ID, like your driver’s license.
#4. Follow instructions to a T. The instructions can be long but please read them carefully.
- Avoid smudges.
- Fill ovals completely.
- Your state may also require that you:
- Use a blue or black pen if your state requires it, use a specific color of ink.
- Write out the complete date (e.g., 10/15/20 vs. 10/15/2020)
- Include additional documentation or identification
- Include Also, And if a “secrecy envelope” (inner envelope in an outer envelope) is required, use it! #nonakedballots.
#5. Track it. Track your ballot to see that it arrives (check your state page for your ballot tracking link). Call your elections office if any issues arise.
In many states, no! In these states, it is illegal to post a ballot photo:
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Florida
- Georgia
- Illinois
- Kansas
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Mississippi
- Nevada
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- South Carolina
- Wisconsin
Pro tip: Take a selfie with your “I Voted” sticker, as you drop your ballot in a mailbox or drop box, or a video before you enter a polling place.
In most states, you need to use a drop box in your county. In some counties, the drop box is at your county elections’ office. Check with your county office for more specific information.