How to Vote in Maine

Flag of Maine
“Dirigo”— I Lead
Capital: Augusta Nickname: The Pine Tree State Admitted: 1820 (23rd state) Electoral Votes: 4
State Bird: Black-Capped Chickadee State Flower: White Pine Cone and Tassel
Registration Deadline Same-day registration available
Voter ID Required No ID required
Early Voting Yes
Absentee / Mail-In No-excuse
Polling Hours Varies by municipality; polls open between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM, close at 8:00 PM
Electoral Votes 4

Voter Registration in Maine

The voter registration deadline in Maine is Same-day registration available.

Maine does not currently offer online voter registration.

Maine does not have automatic voter registration.

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Voter ID Requirements in Maine

Maine requires No ID required identification to vote.

Early Voting in Maine

Yes — Maine offers early voting.

In-person absentee voting available at town clerk offices 30–45 days before Election Day

Absentee & Mail-In Voting in Maine

Absentee and mail-in voting in Maine: No-excuse.

Any registered voter may request an absentee ballot without providing a reason

Polling Hours in Maine

Polls in Maine are open Varies by municipality; polls open between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM, close at 8:00 PM.

Voting Rights & Restoration in Maine

Felony voting rights in Maine: No restriction.