How to Register and Request an Overseas Absentee Ballot:
1. Go to Overseas Vote and click on “Voter Registration/Absentee Ballot Request” on the main menu.
2. Enter your information into the system and then DOWNLOAD, PRINT, and SIGN the form.
3. Mail your signed form to your election office address, which you will find in the instructions that print with the form.
Important Reminders & Recommendations:
You must register as an "overseas voter" even if you are already a registered voter in the U.S.
- Follow Up: About two weeks after mailing, follow up with your local election official to ensure they have received and processed your request.
- You Have Options: Depending on your state, you may be able to submit your Voter Registration/Ballot Request online, by mail, and/or by email. To see your options, go to Overseas Vote, click on “State Voting Requirements”, enter your state and county, and scroll down to “Voter Materials Transmission Options.”
- Paper is Better: We recommend receiving your ballot by mail. It’s already printed and comes with a return envelope and all you have to do is fill it and mail it back. You can select this option when you complete your Voter Registration/Ballot Request form.
- Know Your Date: Every state has different deadlines for ballot request, registration, and return. Be sure to check when your states is.
All information from the Overseas Vote Foundation