How to Vote in Colorado

Flag of Colorado
“Nil Sine Numine”— Nothing Without Providence
Capital: Denver Nickname: The Centennial State Admitted: 1876 (38th state) Electoral Votes: 10
State Bird: Lark Bunting State Flower: Rocky Mountain Columbine
Registration Deadline 8 days before Election Day by mail; same-day registration available in person
Voter ID Required Non-photo ID accepted
Early Voting Yes
Absentee / Mail-In All-mail voting
Polling Hours 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Electoral Votes 10

Voter Registration in Colorado

The voter registration deadline in Colorado is 8 days before Election Day by mail; same-day registration available in person.

Colorado offers online voter registration.

Colorado has automatic voter registration — eligible citizens are registered automatically through state agencies (e.g., DMV).

In Colorado, eligible residents can pre-register to vote at age 16.

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Voter ID Requirements in Colorado

Colorado requires Non-photo ID accepted identification to vote.

Early Voting in Colorado

Yes — Colorado offers early voting.

All-mail state; ballots mailed 22 days before Election Day; voter service centers open 15 days before

Absentee & Mail-In Voting in Colorado

Absentee and mail-in voting in Colorado: All-mail voting.

All registered voters automatically receive a mail ballot; in-person voting centers also available

Polling Hours in Colorado

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

Voting Rights & Restoration in Colorado

Felony voting rights in Colorado: After prison.