The 2024 general election is on Tuesday, November 5, but early voting has already started!
Voting is so crucial - it’s one of the most impactful ways you can make a difference in the existing political structure. Our communities need to be protected and need to thrive - we need to create a politics where that is possible. Registering to vote - and then turning up at the polls - is one terrific step towards that vision of racial justice and equity. The future of North Carolina depends on your vote!
View the Equality North Carolina Action Fund PAC’s 2024 endorsements.
If you have had to relocate due to Hurricane Helene, please visit the State Board of Elections page on Helene Recovery and Voting.
The deadline for voter registration online and by mail was October 11, but you can still register to vote in person at your polling place if you’ve lived in the county where you’re registering for 30 days prior to Election Day.
Verify Your Voter Registration: Not sure if you're registered to vote? Check the voter database.
Anyone can request an absentee ballot for any reason. The deadline to request a mail ballot is 5 pm on Tuesday, October 29. Mail ballots must be returned by 7:30 pm on Tuesday, November 5 (Election Day).
Request a Mail Ballot: Can't or don't want to vote in person? Request an absentee ballot.
Track Your Ballot Application: Check the status of your mail ballot application through BallotTrax.
When you vote, you must show an acceptable photo ID with a photo that reasonably resembles you and a name that matches the name on your voter registration record. (The address on your ID does not have to match the voter registration record.)
If you don’t have a driver’s license or other acceptable photo ID, you can get a free ID from your county board of elections.
If you show up at the polls without any ID, you can still vote using a provisional ballot.
Get comprehensive information on voter ID requirements on the State Baord of Elections website.
As long as the name on your voter registration matches the name on your ID, it’s okay if your gender identity or gender presentation doesn’t match the photo or gender marker on your ID, as that is not required by law.
Resolve Voting Difficulties: Follow the advice on Advocates for Trans Equality’s Voting While Trans guide.
Early voting started on October 17 and ends at 3 pm on Saturday, November 2.
Find Early Voting Locations: Need to find where to vote early? Search by your address for all early voting information, including location and hours.
Locate Your Polling Place: Need to find your polling place? Search by your address.
Have questions that aren't answered here? Our friends at Democracy NC operate the NC Election Protection Hotline, 888-OUR-VOTE (888-687-8683). Call Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm!
