How do I register to vote in South Carolina?

To register to vote in South Carolina, you can register online. The registration deadline is 30 days before Election Day. Visit https://info.scvotes.sc.gov/eng/ovr/start.aspx to register.

Do I need ID to vote in South Carolina?

In South Carolina, voter ID requirements are: Strict photo ID.

How to Vote in South Carolina

Q: Can I vote early in South Carolina?

Yes, South Carolina offers early voting. Begins 15 days before Election Day at county election offices (enacted 2022)

Q: How do I vote absentee in South Carolina?

Absentee/mail-in voting in South Carolina: No-excuse. Any registered voter may request an absentee ballot by mail without providing a reason (expanded 2022)

“Dum Spiro Spero”— While I Breathe, I Hope

Capital: Columbia Nickname: The Palmetto State Admitted: 1788 (8th state) Electoral Votes: 9

State Bird: Carolina Wren State Flower: Yellow Jessamine

Registration Deadline 30 days before Election Day

Voter ID Required Strict photo ID

Early Voting Yes

Absentee / Mail-In No-excuse

Polling Hours 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Electoral Votes 9

Voter Registration in South Carolina

The voter registration deadline in South Carolina is 30 days before Election Day.

South Carolina offers online voter registration.

South Carolina does not have automatic voter registration.

Voter ID Requirements in South Carolina

South Carolina requires Strict photo ID identification to vote.

Early Voting in South Carolina

Yes — South Carolina offers early voting.

Begins 15 days before Election Day at county election offices (enacted 2022)

Absentee & Mail-In Voting in South Carolina

Absentee and mail-in voting in South Carolina: No-excuse.

Any registered voter may request an absentee ballot by mail without providing a reason (expanded 2022)

Polling Hours in South Carolina

Polls in South Carolina are open 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM.

Voting Rights & Restoration in South Carolina

Felony voting rights in South Carolina: After completion of sentence.