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 before OCTOBER 29 and be sure it is received before Election Day.
Early voting
Vote early in Tennessee from OCTOBER 16 – OCTOBER 31.
Are you ready for it?
Be sure to register online or by mail to vote in Tennessee by October 7.
Frequently asked questions
Who can register to vote in Tennessee?
To register to vote in Tennessee you must:
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Be a resident of Tennessee
- 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?
Tennessee 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, online, or in person, your registration must be received by October 7.
What do I need to bring to vote?
Tennesseans voting early or on Election Day must bring valid photo identification with them to the polls. Any of the following IDs may be used, even if expired:
- Tennessee driver license with your photo
- United States Passport
- Photo ID issued by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security
- Photo ID issued by the federal or Tennessee state government
- United States Military photo ID
- Tennessee handgun carry permit with your photo
First time voters who register by mail or using online voter registration, if the ID is expired, the voter must also present one of the following: a copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows the voter's name and address.
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.