How do I register to vote in Kentucky?

To register to vote in Kentucky, you can register online. The registration deadline is 29 days before Election Day. Visit https://vrsws.sos.ky.gov/ovrweb/ to register.

Do I need ID to vote in Kentucky?

In Kentucky, voter ID requirements are: Photo ID requested.

How to Vote in Kentucky

Q: Can I vote early in Kentucky?

Yes, Kentucky offers early voting. 3 days of in-person early voting before Election Day (Thursday, Friday, Saturday before Election Day)

Q: How do I vote absentee in Kentucky?

Absentee/mail-in voting in Kentucky: Excuse required. Must provide a valid reason such as military service, illness, disability, or absence from county

“United We Stand, Divided We Fall”

Capital: Frankfort Nickname: The Bluegrass State Admitted: 1792 (15th state) Electoral Votes: 8

State Bird: Northern Cardinal State Flower: Goldenrod

Registration Deadline 29 days before Election Day

Voter ID Required Photo ID requested

Early Voting Yes

Absentee / Mail-In Excuse required

Polling Hours 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Electoral Votes 8

Voter Registration in Kentucky

The voter registration deadline in Kentucky is 29 days before Election Day.

Kentucky offers online voter registration.

Kentucky does not have automatic voter registration.

In Kentucky, eligible residents can pre-register to vote at age 17.

Voter ID Requirements in Kentucky

Kentucky requires Photo ID requested identification to vote.

Early Voting in Kentucky

Yes — Kentucky offers early voting.

3 days of in-person early voting before Election Day (Thursday, Friday, Saturday before Election Day)

Absentee & Mail-In Voting in Kentucky

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

Must provide a valid reason such as military service, illness, disability, or absence from county

Polling Hours in Kentucky

Polls in Kentucky are open 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Voting Rights & Restoration in Kentucky

Felony voting rights in Kentucky: Varies by offense.