HOW TO REGISTER

Who can register to vote?

Anyone who meets the following criteria:

• Shall be a citizen of the United States.
• Shall be eighteen years of age.
• Shall be a resident of the Commonwealth and precinct where the voter votes.  Residence requires both domicile and place of abode.
• Shall be registered to vote.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony or had his or her rights restored by the Governor or other appropriate authority.
• Must not have been adjudicated to be mentally incompetent or have had his or her competency reestablished.

How do I register to vote?

You must complete a Virginia Voter Registration Application or a National Application.  Forms are accepted in person or by mail.  Once your application is processed, you will be mailed a voter card which tells you where to vote on election day.

Where do I register to vote?

Voter registration applications are available at: 
*    Voter Registration Offices in Virginia
*    Government Agencies in Virginia, including:
            Post Offices
            Public Libraries
            DMV
            Social Services

When can I register to vote?

You can register to vote any time of the year except 29 days before an election.

Do I have to register by Party?

NO.  Virginia does not require party registration.   You may be asked to declare your party preference if there is a dual primary.