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Registration Summary
Nevada offers online voter registration. You can register by mail to vote in Nevada by printing a voter registration form, filling it out, and mailing it to your local election office. You can also register to vote in person if you prefer.
Voting Summary
Nevada mails a ballot to every registered voter a few weeks before the election. Keep an eye on the mailbox! Be sure to mail it back so that it is postmarked by Election Day, or drop it in a drop box before or on Election Day. You can also vote in person if you prefer to do so. Nevada offers early voting.
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Can I register to vote online?
- Nevada offers online voter registration.
- To register online in Nevada, you need a current and valid driver’s license or ID card issued by the Nevada DMV and the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you don’t have a Nevada-issued ID or Social Security number, you can still register by mail or in person.
- If you register using the Nevada online voter registration system between the day before early voting begins and Election Day, you must vote in person. Visit the Nevada Secretary of State website to learn more.
How can I check the status of my mail ballot?
You can check the status of your ballot on Nevada’s website.
Can I submit voter registration forms by mail?
Use the National Voter Registration Form
- Print and fill out the National Voter Registration Form.
- Box 6 - ID Number: When submitting your application by mail in Nevada, you are required to provide your Nevada driver’s license or state ID number if you have one. If you have not been issued one of these ID numbers, you must provide the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you have not been issued any of these numbers, indicate NONE. If you select this option, you will be contacted by your County Election Department for more information once your application is received.
- Box 7 - Choice of Party: You are required to register with a party to participate in Nevada partisan primary elections. You should register with the party whose primary you would like to vote in.
- Box 8 - Race or Ethnic Group: Leave blank. This information is not required.
- Review the "Who can register to vote?" section above and check that you're eligible.
- Sign the form.
- Send the completed form to your local election office.
- If you are registering to vote for the first time in your jurisdiction and are mailing this registration application, Federal law requires you to show proof of identification the first time you vote. Proof of identification includes:
- current and valid photo identification or
- current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck or government document that shows your name and address.
- More information here
How do election officials keep voting secure?
Election officials in your state and community are working hard to ensure the integrity of our elections. All states have implemented security measures to protect the vote.
Visit the Nevada Secretary of State website to learn more about election security. If you’re interested in getting involved with elections in your community, contact your local election office to learn about opportunities in your area.
Can I submit voter registration forms in person?
- You can register to vote in person. Contact your local election office for information on when and where to register to vote.
- You can also register to vote and cast a ballot in person on Election Day.
- Learn more by visiting the Nevada Secretary of State website or contacting your local election office.
How can I check my voter registration status?
You can look up your voter registration record and verify that your information is correct using Nevada's voter registration lookup tool.
Who can register to vote?
To register in Nevada you must:
- be a citizen of the United States
- be at least 17 years old and be at least 18 years old on or before Election Day in order to vote
- have continuously resided in your county in the state of Nevada for at least 30 days and continuously resided in your precinct for at least 10 days before the next election in which you intend to vote
- not currently be serving a term of imprisonment for a felony conviction
- not be determined by a court of law to be mentally incompetent
- claim no other place as your legal residence
Can I register to vote on Election Day?
Nevada offers registration on Election Day. Same-day voter registration is also available at any in-person polling place during the 14-day early voting period. To same-day register, you must have a valid Nevada driver’s license or ID card and vote in person at a polling location (other forms of ID may not be accepted). You can also register online. However, anyone who registers online between the day before early voting and Election Day must appear in person at a polling location and show their valid Nevada driver’s license or ID card in order to vote in that election.
Can I register to vote before I turn 18?
You can register to vote in Nevada before you turn 18 if you:
You must be at least 18 years old to vote.
- are at least 17 years old
- are a resident of Nevada for at least 30 days before any election in which you vote
- are not currently serving a term of imprisonment for a felony
- have not been declared mentally incompetent by a court
You must be at least 18 years old to vote.
Can I submit a voter registration application online before I turn 18?
Yes, you can register online on the Nevada Secretary of State website.
To register using the Nevada online voter registration system, you are required to provide:
- current and valid driver’s license or ID card issued by the Nevada DMV
- last four digits of your Social Security number
If you don’t have a Nevada-issued ID, you can still submit a voter registration application by mail or in person.
Can I submit a voter registration application by mail before I turn 18?
Yes, you can register to vote by mail using this form.
When submitting your application by mail in Nevada, you are required to provide your Nevada driver’s license or state ID number if you have one. If you have not been issued one of these ID numbers, you must provide the last four digits of your Social Security number.
If you have not been issued any of these numbers, check the box that indicates you do not have an ID number. If you select this option, you will be contacted by your County Election Department for more information once your application is received.
Can I complete a voter registration application in person before I turn 18?
Yes, you can learn more about registering to vote in person on the Nevada Secretary of State website.
You can complete a voter registration application in person at any of the following public agencies in Nevada:
- Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
- County Clerk or Registrar of Voters Office
- college campuses
- various social service agencies
You can find a full list of designated voter registration agencies on the Nevada Secretary of State’s website.
How do I vote in person?
Where can I vote on Election Day?
You can look up where to vote on Nevada's site.
Can I vote early?
- Yes, Nevada offers early voting. You can choose whether to vote on Election Day or during the early voting period, whichever is easier for you. This can be especially helpful if it would be difficult or not possible for you to vote on Election Day. Early voting locations may be less crowded, as well.
What do I need to bring?
If you've voted in Nevada before, you do not have to show ID to vote as long as your name appears in the election board register and your signature matches the signature on the record.
If you're a first-time voter, you may need to show ID to vote. Acceptable forms include:
- driver’s license
- identification card issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles
- military identification card
- any other form of identification issued by a governmental agency which contains the voter’s signature and physical description or picture
Voters without ID: If you are unable to provide ID, you will be able to vote a provisional ballot.
How can I check the status of my ballot?
You can check the status of your ballot on Nevada’s site.
Can I vote early?
Yes, Nevada offers early voting.
- You can choose whether to vote on Election Day or during the early voting period, whichever is easier for you. This can be especially helpful if it would be difficult or not possible for you to vote on Election Day. Early voting locations may be less crowded, as well.
What do I need to bring?
If you've voted in Nevada before, you do not have to show ID to vote as long as your name appears in the election board register and your signature matches the signature on the record.
If you're a first-time voter, you may need to show ID to vote. Acceptable forms include:
- driver’s license
- identification card issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles
- military identification card
- any other form of identification issued by a governmental agency which contains the voter’s signature and physical description or picture
Voters without ID: If you are unable to provide ID, you will be able to vote a provisional ballot.
How do I vote by mail?
Nevada conducts elections primarily by mail. If you are an active registered voter, then you can expect to receive a ballot in the mail. It will be sent to the mailing address you used to register to vote.
What should I do if I don’t get my ballot?
If you don’t receive your ballot in the mail, then contact your local election office.
How do I return my ballot?
- Read the instructions carefully on how to mark and return your ballot.
- You can return your ballot by mail or use a ballot drop box.
- Find a ballot dropbox near you.
- If you choose to return your ballot by mail, USPS recommends that voters mail their completed ballots at least one week before the due date. Find a USPS location near you.
If my election office finds an issue with my mail ballot after I return it, can I fix it?
In Nevada, you can correct the following issues after you return your ballot to your local election office:
- a missing signature
- a signature that does not match your signature on record
This process is called ballot curing.
Your local election office will reach out to give you instructions if they find an issue with this information on your ballot. Methods of outreach may vary.
Contact your local election office for more information about ballot curing.
What do I need to do if I’ve moved?
What’s on your ballot depends on where you live, so your voter registration is tied to your exact address. If you’ve moved, you need to re-register with your new address.
How do I see what's on my ballot?
View your sample ballot on the Nevada Secretary of State's website.
How do I vote if I'm in the military or live overseas?
Active-duty military, their families, and overseas citizens can register to vote and request their absentee ballot using the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA). The FPCA process is done by mail, but your state may offer other options to request and return ballots. Please contact your local election office for more information about delivery and return methods, including email, fax, and state online portals. To follow the FPCA process:
- Fill out the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA), or download a copy. Your local election office may have questions, so please provide an email address or phone number where they can reach you.
- Send the application to your local election office.
- It is never too early to submit an FPCA! Please do so as soon as possible.
- Please fill out and send back your ballot as soon as you receive it.
- States begin mailing absentee ballots at least 45 days before Election Day. If you haven't received your ballot by 30 days before Election Day, contact your local election office.
If your ballot does not arrive after you submit your FPCA, contact your local election office first. Then:
- You can still vote using the Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot (FWAB). Print, sign, and mail your FWAB to your local election office.
- If you mail a FWAB and then receive your regular absentee ballot, you should complete and mail your absentee ballot also. Election officials will ensure that only one ballot is counted.
The Federal Voting Assistance Program offers additional information on military and overseas voting in Nevada. You can also call 1-800-438-VOTE (8683) or email vote@fvap.gov
Which election office should I contact?
- In Nevada, your local election office runs the elections in your area. They can help you with questions about registering to vote, voting by mail, and local elections.
- The Secretary of State oversees elections and election administration in Nevada. They can help you with questions about voting in your state, election security, or issues you might have at the polls. If you have concerns about voter intimidation, reach out immediately.
How do I contact my local election office?
Visit your state’s site to find your local election office.