Voter Registration in Ohio: Everything You Need to Know for Election Day

Voter Registration Deadlines

In Ohio, the deadline to register to vote for the upcoming election is October 11, 2022. You can register online, by mail, or in person at your local board of elections.

Who Can Vote in Ohio?

To be eligible to vote in Ohio, you must be:

• A U.S. citizen
• At least 18 years old on Election Day
• A resident of Ohio for at least 30 days prior to the election

How to Register to Vote

There are three ways to register to vote in Ohio:

1. Online: You can register online at the Ohio Secretary of State's website: https://www.sos.state.oh.us/elections/voters/register-to-vote
2. By mail: You can download a voter registration form from the Secretary of State's website and mail it to your local board of elections. The form is also available at public libraries and other government buildings.
3. In person: You can register to vote in person at your local board of elections. You can find the address of your local board of elections on the Secretary of State's website.

What to Bring When You Register to Vote

When you register to vote, you will need to provide the following information:

• Your name
• Your address
• Your date of birth
• Your Social Security number (optional)
• Your driver's license number (optional)

Election Day Information

Election Day in Ohio is November 8, 2022. Polls will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. You will need to bring a photo ID with you when you vote. To find your polling place, visit the Secretary of State's website: https://www.sos.state.oh.us/elections/voters/where-to-vote