How do I register to vote?

Registering to vote in Virginia is easy and requires just a few steps. 1. Complete a Virginia Voter Registration Application. You can pick up an application from your local Virginia Department of Elections office, or print one online from the Virginia Department of Elections website. 2. Fill out the application in its entirety. You will need to include your name, address, social security number, and birthdate. 3. Sign and date the application. 4. Mail the application to your local Virginia Department of Elections office. You can also drop it off at a local Department of Elections office or take it to your local registrar’s office. Once the Virginia Department of Elections receives your application, they will mail you an absentee ballot or voter registration card which you will need to present on election day. It is important to remember that you must register at least 30 days before the election in order to be eligible to vote and that you must be a Virginia resident for at least 30 days before the election. You must also be 18 years old or older on election day and a US citizen. By following these steps, you will have registered to vote in Virginia and can look forward to having your voice heard in upcoming elections.

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