How do I register to vote in Tennessee?

To register to vote in Tennessee, you can register online. The registration deadline is 30 days before Election Day. Visit https://ovr.govote.tn.gov/ to register.

Do I need ID to vote in Tennessee?

In Tennessee, voter ID requirements are: Strict photo ID.

How to Vote in Tennessee

Q: Can I vote early in Tennessee?

Yes, Tennessee offers early voting. Begins 20 days before Election Day and ends 5 days before Election Day

Q: How do I vote absentee in Tennessee?

Absentee/mail-in voting in Tennessee: Excuse required. Must provide a valid reason such as illness, disability, being 60+, or absence from county

“Agriculture and Commerce”

Capital: Nashville Nickname: The Volunteer State Admitted: 1796 (16th state) Electoral Votes: 11

State Bird: Northern Mockingbird State Flower: Iris

Registration Deadline 30 days before Election Day

Voter ID Required Strict photo ID

Early Voting Yes

Absentee / Mail-In Excuse required

Polling Hours Varies by county; typically 7:00 AM or 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM or 8:00 PM

Electoral Votes 11

Voter Registration in Tennessee

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

Tennessee offers online voter registration.

Tennessee does not have automatic voter registration.

Voter ID Requirements in Tennessee

Tennessee requires Strict photo ID identification to vote.

Early Voting in Tennessee

Yes — Tennessee offers early voting.

Begins 20 days before Election Day and ends 5 days before Election Day

Absentee & Mail-In Voting in Tennessee

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

Must provide a valid reason such as illness, disability, being 60+, or absence from county

Polling Hours in Tennessee

Polls in Tennessee are open Varies by county; typically 7:00 AM or 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM or 8:00 PM.

Voting Rights & Restoration in Tennessee

Felony voting rights in Tennessee: Varies by offense.