Register to vote in District of Columbia

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How to register and update your registration

Start or update your registration online on District of Columbia’s election website.

You can also register to vote by mail or in person on District of Columbia’s election website.

Voter registration deadlines

Voter registration deadlines are for the November 05, 2024 election. Find state and local election dates.

  • Online registration deadline:
  • Register by mail deadline: Must be received by
  • In person registration deadline:

How to check your voter registration

You can confirm your voter registration status on District of Columbia’s election website.

Other ways to register to vote

Register by mail using the National Mail Voter Registration Form.

Fill out the form with our form filler tool. We'll provide state-specific instructions for each step. When you’ve completed the form, you'll need to print, sign, and mail it.

Continue to the form filler on vote.gov

You can also download the form as a PDF to fill out with a pen. It’s available in many languages from the dropdown menu. You’ll need to print, sign, and mail it.

Last updated: July 30, 2024