CVH GUIDE TO VOTING

Voting gives us the power to have a say in how the country is run. When we vote, we help determine the future of our communities on important issues like the economy, housing, education, healthcare, immigration, infrastructure, and more.

We prepared a guide with everything you need to know about how to vote. Let’s make our voices heard!

REGISTER TO VOTE

There are many ways you can register to vote.

• Register to vote online. You will need: NYS driver license, permit, or non-driver ID card; ZIP Code currently on record with the DMV; and a social security number.

• Register in person at your County Board of Elections.

• Request a New York State Voter Registration form by mail.

• Call the 1-800-FOR-VOTE hotline to request a voter application.

APPLY FOR AN ABSENTEE BALLOT

• Visit the NYS Board of Elections portal and apply online.

• Locate your local county board of elections. Here are all the ways you can apply:

  • Send an email request

  • Send a fax request

  • Call

  • Go in person

  • Mail a paper application (English I Spanish)