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Am I Registered to Vote?

Find out if you are registered to vote.


Voter Registration

The pamphlet, Registering to Vote in Illinois, describes the rules and procedures surrounding the voter registration process in Illinois. An individual may register to vote in Illinois if he/she is 18 years or older on the next election day, resides in the jurisdiction for 30 days prior to the election and is a U.S. citizen.

Illinois residents may register in person at the office of the election authority, at driver's license facilities, with deputy registrars who are appointed in each jurisdiction or via mail using the Illinois Voter Registration Application (available in English and Spanish).

Illinois citizens residing overseas and military personnel may register using a Federal postcard application found on the Federal Voting Assistance Program Web site. Other questions may be answered using the Military and Overseas Voter Guidelines.

Registration is closed during the 27 days prior to an election. Individuals who miss the deadline may register or transfer their registration at the office of the election authority under the guidelines of grace period registration.


Take Advantage of Early Voting

Visit the llinois State Board of Elections to find the early voting site in your area and to learn more about the requirements of early voting.


Absentee Ballots

Absentee voting may take place in person or by mail. Contact your election authority for a list of the locations and office hours.

The IFT urges all members to make sure their voice is heard by voting early, voting absentee or voting in person on Election Day.