How to Vote in West Virginia
“Montani Semper Liberi”— Mountaineers Are Always Free
Capital: Charleston
Nickname: The Mountain State
Admitted: 1863 (35th state)
Electoral Votes: 4
State Bird: Northern Cardinal
State Flower: Rhododendron
Registration Deadline
21 days before Election Day
Voter ID Required
Non-photo ID accepted
Early Voting
Yes
Absentee / Mail-In
Excuse required
Polling Hours
6:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Electoral Votes
4
Voter Registration in West Virginia
The voter registration deadline in West Virginia is 21 days before Election Day.
West Virginia offers online voter registration.
West Virginia has automatic voter registration — eligible citizens are registered automatically through state agencies (e.g., DMV).
In West Virginia, eligible residents can pre-register to vote at age 17.
Voter ID Requirements in West Virginia
West Virginia requires Non-photo ID accepted identification to vote.
Early Voting in West Virginia
Yes — West Virginia offers early voting.
Begins 13 days before Election Day at county clerk offices
Absentee & Mail-In Voting in West Virginia
Absentee and mail-in voting in West Virginia: Excuse required.
Must provide a valid reason such as illness, disability, work schedule, or absence from county
Polling Hours in West Virginia
Polls in West Virginia are open 6:30 AM – 7:30 PM.
Voting Rights & Restoration in West Virginia
Felony voting rights in West Virginia: After completion of sentence.