In-person voting
Make sure you know where your polling place is and have a plan for voting day.
Mail-in voting
Request your ballot online before NOVEMBER 1 and be sure to mail it before Election Day.
Early voting
Vote early in Louisiana between OCTOBER 18 – OCTOBER 29.
Are you ready for it?
Be sure to have a plan for voting on Election Day, November 5.
Frequently asked questions
Who can register to vote in Louisiana?
To register to vote in Louisiana you must:
- Be a U.S citizen
- Be a resident of Louisiana
- Be at least 18 years old on the day of the next election
- Not convicted of a felony (or, if so, have had your civil rights restored)
- Not judged mentally incompetent in a court of law
Can I register to vote on Election Day?
Louisiana does not offer same-day voter registration, so be sure to submit your voter registration before the deadline.
What are the voter registration deadlines?
- To register to vote by mail or in person, you must register by October 7, 2024.
What do I need to bring to vote?
When you go to the polls to cast your vote, be sure to take one of the following:
- A Louisiana driver's license
- A Louisiana Special ID
- LA Wallet digital driver's license
- A United States military identification card that contains your name and picture
- Some other generally recognized picture ID that contains your name and signature
Voters without ID may be able to vote provisionally.
How can I vote from overseas or in the military?
Learn more about how to vote if you are living abroad or serving in the military.