Voting in Arizona

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How Do I Register?

If you have an Arizona Driver License and/or an Arizona I.D., you may register through the Service Arizona website.

You can also print off a Voter Registration Form (PDF) and fill it out. After you finish, you can either mail or hand-deliver your completed form to your County Recorder’s Office.

Do I Need Anything To Register?

To vote in all elections (federal, state, county, and local), you must show proof that you are U.S. citizen. You need to provide this proof when you register online, in person, by mail, or by 5:00 PM on the Thursday before Election Day.

Acceptable proof of citizenship includes:

  • Arizona Driver’s License or I.D.

  • Birth certificate

  • U.S. Passport

  • Certificate of Naturalization

  • Tribal Identification

If you cannot provide proof of citizenship, you can still register as a “federal-only” voter by filling out a National Voter Registration Form (PDF).

Should I Update My Voter Registration?

You can update your registration following the same process as you would to register (see above). You should update your voter registration if:

  • You recently moved to a new address

  • Your name has been legally changed

  • You want to change your political party

Can I Vote?

Not everyone with disabilities can vote. If you are not under guardianship or under limited guardianship, you can vote in Arizona. If you are already under full guardianship and want to vote, you can petition a county court to restore your voting rights. Visit Disability Rights Arizona to learn more.

Can I Vote Before Election Day?

You can vote before Election Day in Arizona through a mail-in ballot and in-person early voting.

If you have an Arizona Driver’s License or I.D., you can join the Active Early Voter List (AEVL) to receive a ballot-by-mail automatically for every election. You can also request a one-time ballot-by-mail through the Voter Information Portal or by contacting your County Recorder’s office.

Counties must offer ballot that are specific to the needs of voters. If you need a ballot in large print, braille or a different language you should contact your County Elections Office.

You can also vote in person at an early voting site in your county. Visit your County Recorder’s website to learn where to go. Voting early in person is just like voting on Election Day. See “How Do I Vote In Person?” to learn more.

What If I Need Help Voting?

If you need help voting due to a disability, there are several options available that ensure you can cast your ballot.

You can bring almost anyone of your choice to help you during any part of the voting process! This could be a friend, family member, or trusted person (but not your employer or union representative).

If you do not know someone who can help you, you can request help.

Some Arizona counties offer voting from home, a residential setting, or a medical facility through a Special Elections Board. When voting through a Special Elections Board, election workers will come to you to help you vote. Contact your County Elections Office to learn more.

Arizona law also allows a caregiver, family member, household member, or election official to help drop off a ballot at a voting location.

The Help America Vote Act (HAVA) requires every polling place to be accessible. This means they must accommodate voters with disabilities by installing features such as ramps, wide doorways, and accessible parking. Polling places must also offer accessible voting equipment, like machines that provide audio description, braille, or large print ballots.

*If you are unable to enter the polling location, curbside voting may be available as a reasonable accommodation. Contact your County Elections Office to learn more.

Where Do I Vote In Person?

You can either vote at a polling place or deliver you mail-in ballot to a drop box in your county. For a full list of locations near you, visit your County Recorder’s website.

How Do I Vote In Person?

Before heading to the polls, make sure you are registered to vote. Verify your status online or through your County Recorder’s Office.

Next, find a polling place or ballot box closest to you through your County Elections website. Call your County Elections Office ahead of time to confirm that necessary accommodations are in place.

Do not forget to bring valid identification if you arrive to vote at the polling place. Acceptable identification includes:

  • A valid photo I.D.

  • Two alternative proof of addresses

Once you check in, you will receive a ballot. You will then be directed to a voting booth.

Remember that if you need help marking your ballot, you are allowed to bring someone with you to help in the voting booth. After marking your ballot, you or the person with you can drop it in the ballot box.

If you do not know anyone who can help you, let the election officials at the check-in table know that you need assistance. Two officials will be available to help you mark your ballot.

What Should I Do If My Polling Place Is Not Accessible?

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), you are guaranteed the right to vote in an accessible polling place. This means that when you vote in Arizona, the polling place must provide reasonable accommodations.

Immediately contact your County Elections Office to report the problem. They are responsible for making sure that polling places meet accessibility requirements.

If you cannot enter the polling place due to accessibility issues, ask for curbside voting. This allows you to vote from your vehicle, and election officials will bring a ballot to you.

If you face a problem on Election Day, call Disability Rights Arizona’s voter hotline at 602-274-6287 or 1-800-927-2260 from 6am – 7 PM for assistance.

If you were denied access to an accessible voting machine, couldn't vote privately or independently, or faced other accessibility issues at your polling site, you can file a HAVA complaint with the Arizona Secretary of State's Office.

If you believe your voting rights were violated due to your disability, you can file a civil rights complaint with the U.S. Department of Justice.

Arizona Voting Deadlines

  • Final Day To Register

    October 7th, 2024

    This is the last day to sign up to vote in the November election. Make sure you are registered to vote.

  • Early Voting Begins

    October 9th, 2024

    Early voting starts! You can begin casting your ballot either in person or by mail for the November 2024 General Election.

  • Deadline to Request a Mail-In Ballot

    October 25th. 2024

    This is the final day to request a mail-in ballot. Request your ballot here.

  • Last Day to Request Special Assistance

    October 25th, 2024

    If you need help voting due to illness or disability, this is the deadline to request assistance from a Special Election Board.

  • Last Day for In-Person Early Voting

    November 1st, 2024

    This is your last chance to vote early in person for the 2024 General Election. Visit your polling place by 7:00 PM.

  • General Election Day

    November 5th, 2024

    It is Election Day! Polls are open for in-person voting. Go to your polling place before 7:00 PM and vote to make sure your voice is heard.

Disclaimer: The information on this page is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for legal advice.