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How to vote in District of Columbia

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Register to vote in District of Columbia
Request your District of Columbia absentee or mail-in ballot
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Find out where to vote
Track your District of Columbia ballot
Contact your election office

Key deadlines in District of Columbia

Voter registration deadlines

  • Online: 21 days before Election Day
  • By mail: Received by 21 days before Election Day
  • In person: Election Day (via same-day registration)

Absentee ballot request deadlines

  • Online: 15 days before Election Day
  • By mail: Received by 15 days before Election Day
  • In person: 15 days before Election Day

Absentee ballot return deadlines

Voting dates

District of Columbia voter registration guide

District of Columbia absentee and mail ballot guide

District of Columbia voting guide

Your election officials in District of Columbia

External resources