New York residents can register to vote online, by mail, or in person. The state does not offer same-day voter registration, so be sure to register before the deadline.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Be a U.S. citizen.
- Be a resident of New York for at least 30 days before the election.
- Be at least 18 years old by Election Day (you can pre-register at 16 or 17, but must be 18 to vote).
- Not be in prison for a felony conviction.
- Not be declared mentally incompetent by a court.
Registration Methods:
- Online Registration:
- Register online through the New York State Online Voter Registration Portal.
- You will need a New York driver’s license, permit, or non-driver ID from the DMV.
- By Mail:
- Complete the New York Voter Registration Form.
- Mail the form to your county board of elections. A list of county boards is available on the New York State Board of Elections website.
- In Person:
- Register in person at your local county board of elections, DMV, or other state agencies.
- Voter registration drives are also held across the state by various organizations.
Registration Deadline:
- The deadline to register online, by mail, or in person is 25 days before Election Day.
- The mail-in registration must be postmarked no later than 25 days before the election.
Confirm Your Registration:
- You can check your voter registration status using the New York Voter Lookup Tool on the New York State Board of Elections website.
Read more about How to Register to Vote in the U.S. in general.