How to Vote in Virginia
“Sic Semper Tyrannis”— Thus Always to Tyrants
Capital: Richmond
Nickname: The Old Dominion
Admitted: 1788 (10th state)
Electoral Votes: 13
State Bird: Northern Cardinal
State Flower: American Dogwood
Registration Deadline
22 days before Election Day; same-day registration available on Election Day
Voter ID Required
Photo ID requested
Early Voting
Yes
Absentee / Mail-In
No-excuse
Polling Hours
6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Electoral Votes
13
Voter Registration in Virginia
The voter registration deadline in Virginia is 22 days before Election Day; same-day registration available on Election Day.
Virginia offers online voter registration.
Virginia has automatic voter registration — eligible citizens are registered automatically through state agencies (e.g., DMV).
In Virginia, eligible residents can pre-register to vote at age 16.
Voter ID Requirements in Virginia
Virginia requires Photo ID requested identification to vote.
Early Voting in Virginia
Yes — Virginia offers early voting.
Begins 45 days before Election Day at local registrar offices
Absentee & Mail-In Voting in Virginia
Absentee and mail-in voting in Virginia: No-excuse.
Any registered voter may request an absentee ballot by mail without providing a reason
Polling Hours in Virginia
Polls in Virginia are open 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Voting Rights & Restoration in Virginia
Felony voting rights in Virginia: After completion of sentence.