How to Vote in Alabama

Flag of Alabama
“Audemus jura nostra defendere”— We Dare Defend Our Rights
Capital: Montgomery Nickname: The Yellowhammer State Admitted: 1819 (22nd state) Electoral Votes: 9
State Bird: Yellowhammer State Flower: Camellia
Registration Deadline 15 days before Election Day
Voter ID Required Strict photo ID
Early Voting No
Absentee / Mail-In Excuse required
Polling Hours 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Electoral Votes 9

Voter Registration in Alabama

The voter registration deadline in Alabama is 15 days before Election Day.

Alabama offers online voter registration.

Alabama does not have automatic voter registration.

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Voter ID Requirements in Alabama

Alabama requires Strict photo ID identification to vote.

Early Voting in Alabama

No — Alabama does not offer early voting.

Not available

Absentee & Mail-In Voting in Alabama

Absentee and mail-in voting in Alabama: Excuse required.

Must provide a valid reason such as work, illness, or being out of county on Election Day

Polling Hours in Alabama

Polls in Alabama are open 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM.

Voting Rights & Restoration in Alabama

Felony voting rights in Alabama: Varies by offense.

After You Vote in Alabama

Your vote matters — and you have the right to confirm it was received and counted.

Track your ballot: Visit the Alabama Secretary of State elections website to check the status of your ballot.
Verify your registration: Confirm your voter registration is still active at CanIVote.org or Vote.org.
Voted by mail? Use USPS Informed Delivery to track your ballot envelope in transit.
Provisional ballot? Keep your receipt — most states let you check its status online within 7–10 days.
Need help? Call the Election Protection Hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683).
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