How to Vote in Maryland
“Fatti Maschii, Parole Femine”— Strong Deeds, Gentle Words
Capital: Annapolis
Nickname: The Old Line State
Admitted: 1788 (7th state)
Electoral Votes: 10
State Bird: Baltimore Oriole
State Flower: Black-Eyed Susan
Registration Deadline
21 days before Election Day; same-day registration available during early voting
Voter ID Required
No ID required
Early Voting
Yes
Absentee / Mail-In
No-excuse
Polling Hours
7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Electoral Votes
10
Voter Registration in Maryland
The voter registration deadline in Maryland is 21 days before Election Day; same-day registration available during early voting.
Maryland offers online voter registration.
Maryland has automatic voter registration — eligible citizens are registered automatically through state agencies (e.g., DMV).
In Maryland, eligible residents can pre-register to vote at age 16.
Voter ID Requirements in Maryland
Maryland requires No ID required identification to vote.
Early Voting in Maryland
Yes — Maryland offers early voting.
Begins 8 days before Election Day and runs for 8 days including 2 weekends
Absentee & Mail-In Voting in Maryland
Absentee and mail-in voting in Maryland: No-excuse.
Any registered voter may request a mail-in ballot without providing a reason
Polling Hours in Maryland
Polls in Maryland are open 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Voting Rights & Restoration in Maryland
Felony voting rights in Maryland: After prison.