How to Vote in 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.
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.