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Casting Your Ballot

Once you’ve registered to vote, you’ll have several options for casting your ballot. Some options vary by county. Contact your county elections office for more information.

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New Feature!

Preview Your Sample Ballot

For the first time, you can preview the races and questions that will appear on your ballot before you vote.

How to find your sample ballot:

  1. Click the button below to look up your voter information
  2. Scroll down to the “Sample Ballot” section
  3. View & download your sample ballot

Vote on Election Day

Visit your voting location (polling place) on Election Day between 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. You are assigned a specific voting location based on your physical address.
Be prepared to show a photo ID. Learn more about what to expect when you arrive to vote.

Vote Early

Many Idaho counties offer early voting, typically beginning two weeks before an upcoming election. Check with your county elections office for dates and times.

Accessible Voting for Voters with Disabilities

Every Idaho voter has the right to vote privately and independently. Visit the resource page with information on accessible voting.

Absentee Voting

Absentee voting allows you to vote if you are out of town on Election Day or prefer to vote from the comfort of your home. Any registered voter in Idaho may request an absentee ballot to be mailed to their address.

To request an absentee ballot:

You must complete a new absentee ballot request form each calendar year.

Once your absentee ballot arrives:

Return the completed ballot by mail, to an official elections drop box, or your county elections office by 8 p.m. on Election Day for your vote to be counted.
Check The Status Of Your Absentee Ballot On Your Voter Record.
graphic about the absentee process in Idaho.

Military & Overseas Voting (UOCAVA)

If you are a United States citizen (civilian or military) currently living abroad and eligible to vote in Idaho, you may register and request a ballot using one of the following options:

Register & Request Online

  1. Register as a UOCAVA voter using our online registration process. You will need a current driver’s license or free identification card to use the online registration portal.
  1. Once registered, you can then request your absentee ballot online.

Federal Postcard Application

Complete the Federal Postcard Application and return it to your county elections office. The Federal Postcard Application will both register you to vote AND request your absentee ballot.

Learn more at the Federal Voting Assistance Program

We encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

Receive & Return Your Ballot

Depending on your preferences, your ballot may arrive by mail or via an email link.

  1. Download and print your ballot (if necessary)
  2. Complete and sign your ballot.
  3. Mail your ballot to your county elections office.

Important Mailing Information

Your ballot must arrive at your county elections office by 8 p.m. on Election Day. Mail your ballot as soon as possible in case of delays.

Download Your UOCAVA Ballot

UOCAVA Ballots are also available through the OmniBallot portal provided by Democracy Live. Launch the portal to download your ballot packet. 

UOCAVA Dates & Deadlines