How to Vote in District of Columbia
“Justitia Omnibus”— Justice for All
Nickname: The Nation's Capital
Electoral Votes: 3
State Bird: Wood Thrush
State Flower: American Beauty Rose
Registration Deadline
Same-day registration available
Voter ID Required
No ID required
Early Voting
Yes
Absentee / Mail-In
No-excuse
Polling Hours
7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Electoral Votes
3
Voter Registration in District of Columbia
The voter registration deadline in District of Columbia is Same-day registration available.
District of Columbia offers online voter registration.
District of Columbia has automatic voter registration — eligible citizens are registered automatically through state agencies (e.g., DMV).
In District of Columbia, eligible residents can pre-register to vote at age 16.
Voter ID Requirements in District of Columbia
District of Columbia requires No ID required identification to vote.
Early Voting in District of Columbia
Yes — District of Columbia offers early voting.
Begins approximately 2 weeks before Election Day at designated vote centers
Absentee & Mail-In Voting in District of Columbia
Absentee and mail-in voting in District of Columbia: No-excuse.
Any registered voter may request an absentee ballot without providing a reason
Polling Hours in District of Columbia
Polls in District of Columbia are open 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Voting Rights & Restoration in District of Columbia
Felony voting rights in District of Columbia: No restriction.