How to register to vote in Washington, D.C.

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Voter Registration Deadline: Oct. 13, 2020 (Mail and online)
Same-day registration is available in person on Election Day

To register to vote in Washington, D.C., an individual must meet the following qualifications:

• Be a citizen of the United States
• Be a District of Columbia resident at least 30 days preceding the next election
• Be at least 18 years old on or preceding the next general election
• Not be in prison for a felony conviction
• Not have been judged legally incompetent by a court of law
• Not claim the right to vote anywhere outside D.C.

How to register to vote in Washington, D.C.:

• Register in person or via phone here.
• Print and mail this registration form or email it to DCRegistrations@dcboe.org
• Same-day registration is available in person at polling places on Election Day.
• Click here more information on voter registration in Washington, D.C.

Early voting is available October 27 through November 2.

Check if you're registered to vote here.