The deadline to register to vote in the November election is Monday, October 7. Here’s the information you need to check your registration and to register:
How to Register to Vote in Ohio
You can register to vote online at olvr.ohiosos.gov. The online voter registration system allows users both to register to vote and update their voter registration address.
What Do I Need to Register to Vote in Ohio?
The website will ask you to provide information and documents such as your Ohio driver’s license or Ohio identification card number, date of birth, address and the last four digits of your Social Security number. Those who cannot provide this information should complete a voter registration update form to send to your county board of elections.
What If I Want to Register to Vote In Person?
You can register to vote in person at boards of elections, public libraries and Bureau of Motor Vehicle locations. The Ohio Secretary of State’s website lists other locations also available for registration, including:
- The office of the Secretary of State
- The office of any of the 88 county boards of elections
- The office of the registrar or any deputy registrar of the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles
- A public high school or vocational school
- County treasurer’s office
People casting ballots at a polling location.
Important Voter Registration and Election Dates to Know Before the November Election
Here’s what you need to know to register to vote in the Nov. 5 general election. Key dates are:
- Voter registration deadline: Oct. 7 (Last Day To Register To Vote In Ohio)
- Absentee ballot request deadline: 5 p.m., Oct. 24
- Election Day: Nov. 5
Are There Other Ways to Register to Vote?
There is a third option to register by mail. There is a National Mail Voter Registration Form available on the Ohio Secretary of State website. You can also request that your county board of elections or the Secretary of State’s office mail you a voter registration form.
When registering by mail, send your application to your county board of elections or the Secretary of State’s Office. According to the Secretary of State’s website, “your application must be postmarked by the voter registration deadline, the 30th day before the election, to be eligible to vote in that election.” In 2024, Sunday, Oct. 6 is 30 days before the Nov. 5 General Election.
When is Early Voting in Ohio?
You can vote early at your county’s designated early vote center during the following times:
Oct. 8-11: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Oct. 14-18: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Oct. 21-25: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Oct. 26: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Oct. 27: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Oct. 28: 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 29: 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Oct. 30 – Nov. 1: 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Nov. 2: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Nov. 3: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
