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September 1, 2020

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Vermont Voter Information

Vermont voter registration

First thing’s first, let’s check if you’re registered to vote. Once you’ve filled out this form, scroll down for instructions on how to register or vote if you’re already registered.

Vermont voter registration

Voter registration deadlines

  • In Person: Election Day (you must show proof of residence to register at the polls on Election Day).
  • By Mail: Received Election Day.
  • Online: Election Day. But if you register online the day before or on Election Day, your application may not be processed and your name may not appear on the checklist and you may be asked to fill out another application at the polls. To be sure your name appears on the checklist, please register by the Friday before the election.

Election day registration

You can register to vote on Election Day at your polling place. You must show proof of residence to register at the polls on Election Day.

Voter registration rules

To register in Vermont you must:

  • be a citizen of the United States
  • be a resident of Vermont
  • be 18 years of age on or before Election Day (17 year olds who will be 18 years of age on or before the date of a general election may register and vote in the primary election immediately preceding that general election)
  • have taken the following Oath: You solemnly swear (or affirm) that whenever you give your vote or suffrage, touching any matter that concerns the state of Vermont, you will do it so as in your conscience you shall judge will most conduce to the best good of the same, as established by the Constitution, without fear or favor of any person [Voter’s Oath, Vermont Constitution, Chapter II, Section 42]

How to register to vote in Vermont

  1. Use our Register to Vote Tool to fill out the National Voter Registration Form.
  2. Sign and date your form. This is very important!
  3. Mail or hand-deliver your completed form to the address we provide.
  4. Make sure you register before the voter registration deadline.

Registering with felony status

If you have been convicted of a felony and have questions about whether you can register to vote, visit Restore Your Vote to determine your eligibility.

Vermont absentee ballots

Absentee ballot application deadlines

  • In Person: Received 1 day before Election Day.
  • By Mail: Received 1 day before Election Day, but we recommend applying at least 7 days before Election Day.
  • Online: Received 1 day before Election Day.

Voted absentee ballots are due

Received Election Day.

Absentee ballot rules

Any registered Vermont voter may apply for an absentee ballot and vote by mail.

How to get an absentee ballot in Vermont

  1. Use our Absentee Ballot Tool to prepare your application.
  2. Sign and date the form. This is very important!
  3. Return your completed application to your Local Election Office as soon as possible. We’ll provide the mailing address for you.
  4. All Local Election Offices will accept mailed or hand-delivered forms. Your Local Election Official will also let you fax or email the application.
  5. Double-check the deadlines and be sure to cast your voted ballot on time to be sure it is counted.
  6. Please contact your Local Election Office if you have any further questions about the exact process.

Once you get your absentee ballot in Vermont

  1. Once you receive the ballot, carefully read and follow the instructions.
  2. Sign and date where indicated.
  3. Mail your voted ballot back to the address indicated on the return envelope.
  4. Double-check the deadlines and be sure to cast your voted ballot on time to be sure it is counted.

vermont early voting

Early voting starts in Vermont

45 days before the election.

Early voting ends in Vermont

The day before the election.

Vermont voter ID

In-person voter ID requirements

If you’ve voted in Vermont before, registered in person, or provided ID at the time of registration, you don’t need to show ID to vote.

If you’re voting in Vermont for the first time, registered to vote by mail or online, and didn’t provide ID when you registered, be sure to bring a copy of your photo ID, or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or government document that shows your name and address when you vote.

Absentee voter ID requirements

If you’ve voted in Vermont before, registered in person, or provided ID at the time of registration, you don’t need to provide ID to vote by mail.

If you’re voting in Vermont for the first time, registered to vote by mail, and didn’t provide ID when you registered, be sure to enclose a copy of your photo ID, or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or government document that shows your name and address when you return your ballot.

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