How to Vote in Washington

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“Al-ki”— By and By
Capital: Olympia Nickname: The Evergreen State Admitted: 1889 (42nd state) Electoral Votes: 12
State Bird: Willow Goldfinch State Flower: Coast Rhododendron
Registration Deadline 8 days before Election Day online; same-day registration available in person
Voter ID Required Signature verification
Early Voting Yes
Absentee / Mail-In All-mail voting
Polling Hours Ballots must be postmarked by Election Day; drop boxes available until 8:00 PM
Electoral Votes 12

Voter Registration in Washington

The voter registration deadline in Washington is 8 days before Election Day online; same-day registration available in person.

Washington offers online voter registration.

Washington has automatic voter registration — eligible citizens are registered automatically through state agencies (e.g., DMV).

In Washington, eligible residents can pre-register to vote at age 16.

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Voter ID Requirements in Washington

Washington requires Signature verification identification to vote.

Early Voting in Washington

Yes — Washington offers early voting.

All-mail state; ballots mailed 18 days before Election Day; voting centers open before Election Day

Absentee & Mail-In Voting in Washington

Absentee and mail-in voting in Washington: All-mail voting.

All registered voters automatically receive a mail ballot; in-person voting centers also available

Polling Hours in Washington

Polls in Washington are open Ballots must be postmarked by Election Day; drop boxes available until 8:00 PM.

Voting Rights & Restoration in Washington

Felony voting rights in Washington: After completion of sentence.

After You Vote in Washington

Your vote matters — and you have the right to confirm it was received and counted.

Track your ballot: Visit the Washington Secretary of State elections website to check the status of your ballot.
Verify your registration: Confirm your voter registration is still active at CanIVote.org or Vote.org.
Voted by mail? Use USPS Informed Delivery to track your ballot envelope in transit.
Provisional ballot? Keep your receipt — most states let you check its status online within 7–10 days.
Need help? Call the Election Protection Hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683).
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