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How to Vote in VA

Guide to voting from the How to Vote in Every State YouTube channel.

Virginia Elections Information

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General Election: Tuesday, November 8, 2016

  • Deadline to register to vote, or update an existing registration is Monday, October 17, 2016.

  • Deadline to request an absentee ballot to be mailed to you is 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 1, 2016. 

  • Deadline to request an absentee ballot by appearing in-person is 5:00 p.m. Saturday, November 5, 2016.

Source: Virginia Department of Elections Citizen Portal

Voter Resources from the Bonner Center

  • Registering to Vote or Updating Your Registration
  • Finding Your Polling Place
  • Absentee Voting
  • ID Requirements and Student IDs
  • Resources for Student Voter Engagement

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