How to Vote in West Virginia

Flag of 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.

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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.

After You Vote in West Virginia

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

Track your ballot: Visit the West Virginia 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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