Eligibility

You are eligible to register to vote if you satisfy all of the requirements below:

• A citizen of the United States
• At least 18 years of age by the next general election
• A resident of Virginia

Deadlines

You may register to vote year-round except during the 22 days prior to a General or Primary election, 13 days prior to a Special election, or 7 days prior to a Special election called by the Governor (Code of Virginia §§24.2-416).

Registration Methods

• Online at the Virginia Department of Elections Citizen Portal.
• In person, Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Voter Registration Office. 
• By mail, download a Virginia Voter Registration Application and mail to the Registrar Office
  
  • You can also pick up an application at the following sites:
    • Department of Motor Vehicles offices
    • Public assistance agency offices

Voter Registration Statistics

View registration statistics for Virginia.