How to register to vote

To mail in vote you must be a registered voter.  The mail in and online voting registration deadline is October 31st,  afterwards you can only register to vote in person at your local county elections office.

To register online to vote you will need a valid Washington State driver’s license, permit, or ID card.

To find your county elections department click here:

https://www.sos.wa.gov/elections/auditors/default.aspx 

You can print of your Washington State voter registration form here:

https://www.sos.wa.gov/elections/print-voter-registration-forms.aspx

When are Mail in Ballots sent out?

No later than 18 days before each election to your registered address, which is October 21, 2022 this election.

What to do if you have not received your ballot?

Contact your county election department here:

https://www.sos.wa.gov/_assets/elections/vrf_print_2022_english.pdf

You may also search it by city here:

https://www.sos.wa.gov/elections/auditors/default.aspx

What to do if your mail in ballot is lost, destroyed or spoiled?

Contact your county election department here:

https://www.sos.wa.gov/_assets/elections/vrf_print_2022_english.pdf

You may also search by city here:

https://www.sos.wa.gov/elections/auditors/default.aspx

How do I return my ballot?

You must postmark the ballot no later than Election Day or return it to a ballot drop box by 8:00 PM on Election Day.

Election Day is considered November 8, 2022.

How do I find a drop box?

You can find your nearest drop box by clicking the link below.

https://www.sos.wa.gov/elections/research/drop-box-and-voting-center-locations.aspx 

Both Ballot Drop Boxes and Vote Centers appear in descending order based on counties and types.

Requesting a Look Ahead America Volunteer to pick up ballot for you?

Call ‪(971) 361-6451‬ if you would like an LAA volunteer to help you return your ballot or if you have any other questions.

 

How do I check the status of my ballot?

You can check your ballot status by clicking the link below and entering in your information.  On the left hand side appears a “Ballot Status” icon:

https://voter.votewa.gov/WhereToVote.aspx