Voter Registration

How to Register to Vote in Washington State

To register to vote in Washington, you must be:

• A U.S. citizen
• A legal resident of Washington state
• At least 18 years old

If you are 16 or 17 years old, you can pre-register as a Future Voter. You will be automatically registered to vote when you become eligible. Visit the Washington Secretary of State's Future Voter Program page to learn more.

No Party Registration Required

Washington voters do not register by political party. You may vote for any candidate on your ballot.

Ways to Register

You can register to vote by:

• Online: Complete the form at voter.votewa.gov
• Mail: Request a paper voter registration form to be mailed to you
• In Person: Visit any elections office or voting center in Washington. Visit the County Elections Offices in Washington State page to find your nearest elections office. 

Registration Deadlines

• Online or By Mail: Your application must be received at least 8 days before Election Day.
• In Person: You may register up to 8 p.m. on Election Day at any voting center.

For voting center locations, assistance, or additional information, contact your county auditor or elections department.