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 4 and be sure to mail it before Election Day.
Early voting
Vote early by in-person absentee ballot in Montana beginning OCTOBER 7 – NOVEMBER 4.
Are you ready for it?
Be sure to register online or by mail to vote in Montana by October 7.
Frequently asked questions
Who can register to vote in Montana?
To register to vote in Montana, you must:
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Live in Montana and your election district for at least 30 days before the next election
- Be at least 18 years old on the day of the next election
- Not be judged guilty 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?
Montana does not offer same-day voter registration, so be sure to submit your voter registration before the deadline.
What are the voter registration deadlines?
- The deadline to register to vote by mail or online is October 7, 2024.
- Early voting and same-day registration may be available. Check with your county election official.
What do I need to bring to vote?
An election judge will request your identification. Some acceptable options include:
- Driver's license
- MT state ID
- Military ID
- Tribal photo ID
- U.S. passport
- MT concealed carry permit
- School district or postsecondary education photo ID
If the elector does not present photo identification, the elector shall present a current ID with name and current address such as:
- Utility bill
- Bank statement
- Paycheck or government check
- Notice of confirmation of voter registration or government document
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.