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 register by mail or in person to vote in Louisiana by October 7, or online by October 15.
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.