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How can I vote in Pennsylvania?

In-person voting

Make sure you know where your polling place is and have a plan for voting day.

Find your polling place

Mail-in voting

Request your ballot online before OCTOBER 29 and be sure it is received before Election Day.

Request your ballot

Early voting

Vote early in-person by mail ballot in Pennsylvania by OCTOBER 29. Available based on county.

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Are you ready for it?

Be sure to have a plan on Election Day!

Find your polling location

Frequently asked questions

Who can register to vote in Pennsylvania?

To register to vote in Pennsylvania, you must:

  • Be a U.S. citizen
  • Be a resident of Pennsylvania and your election district 
  • 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?

Pennsylvania 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 submit your voter registration by mail or online, your registration must be received by October 21, 2024.
  • To submit your voter registration in person, you must visit a county election office and register by October 21, 2024.

What do I need to bring to vote?

When voting at a polling place for the first time, you must show proof of identification:

  •  Pennsylvania driver’s license or PennDOT ID card
  • ID issued by any Commonwealth agency 
  • ID issued by the U.S. Government
    • U.S. passport 
    • U.S. Armed Forces ID 
  • Student ID 
  • Employee ID

If you do not have a photo ID, you can use a non-photo identification that includes your name and address, including: 

  • Confirmation issued by the County Voter Registration Office 
  • Non-photo ID issued by the Commonwealth 
  • Non-photo ID issued by the U.S. Government 
  • Firearm permit 
  • Current utility bill 
  • Current bank statement 
  • Current paycheck 
  • Government check

How can I vote from overseas or in the military?