Virginia Voting Guide: Frequently Asked Questions and Important Deadlines
Everything Virginia voters need to know about early voting, registration deadlines, and mail-in ballots for the 2024 election.
During my time as Arlington GOP Chairman and 8th District Chairman, and throughout my career in electoral politics, I get asked a lot of questions about voting. When is early voting? When’s the last day to register? Can you vote on a Saturday? What's the deadline to apply for a mail-in ballot?
In this post, I’ll cover some of the most common questions I receive from Virginia voters. If you're in another state, you can usually find similar information on your state’s Department of Elections website.
Don't Just Take My Word for It
I’m providing this information to help, but it’s always best to double-check for yourself. You can verify all these details at the Virginia Department of Elections website.
Common Questions
When is early voting?
Early voting is already underway! It began on Friday, September 20, 2024.
When is the deadline to register to vote?
The deadline to register to vote or update your existing registration is October 15, 2024. Voters can also register after this date, all the way through Election Day, but will need to vote using a provisional ballot.
When is the deadline to apply for a mail-in ballot?
The deadline to request a mail-in ballot is October 25, 2024, and your request must be received by your local voter registration office by 5:00 p.m.
When do voter registration offices open for Saturday early voting?
The answer to this question can be a bit confusing. The official Virginia election website says Saturday early voting begins on October 26, 2024. However, this isn't
entirely accurate for all areas. For example, in Arlington County, according to their website, several locations are open for early voting before October 26, 2024.
My Advice: Check your local municipality's website for the best information on when and where Saturday early voting is open and what times it’s available.
When is the last day for in-person early voting?
The last day for in-person early voting at your local voter registration office is Saturday, November 2, 2024, by 5:00 p.m.
Who’s on my ballot?
Viewing the candidate lists here shows you who is on your ballot.
Where can I register to vote?
You can register to vote or apply for an absentee ballot online using the Citizen Portal.
What are the polling place hours on Election Day?
Polling places in Virginia are open from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Election Day. If you are in line by 7:00 p.m., you will be allowed to vote.
How do I find my polling place?
You can find your polling place by using the Polling Place Lookup Tool. Simply enter your address to see where you need to go to cast your vote.
I hope this helps answer some of your questions! If you found this post helpful, feel free to share it with friends or family who might have the same questions.