Voting by mail (absentee voting) offers a convenient way to participate in elections, whether you're in Ohio or another state. Be sure to pay close attention to deadlines and guidelines to ensure your vote is received and counted on time.
Voting by Mail in Ohio
- Voters must request a ballot to be sent to them (address does not have to match their registration address; last four digits of SSN is the only ID info needed)
- Voters must regularly check their mail for their ballot. Check the status of your ballot application by Oct. 8 at the latest.
- Voters must complete their ballot, purchase a stamp and mail it back to the Board of Elections by Tuesday, Oct. 22 to ensure it arrives on time (the USPS may take 14 days to send ballots).
- Note:
- Technically, you have through Nov. 5* for the Board of Elections to receive your ballot. However, delivery time will require you to mail it by the recommended date of Oct. 22.
Voting by Mail in Other States
- Some states require an excuse to vote absentee, a witness signature, a notary, and a copy of a photo ID
- It is important to research these requirements and understand there will likely be longer mail delays
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