The November 2 election will be our first election under Georgia’s new voter law. So, please take special notice of key dates for voters, as well as new requirements. Do you have questions about your ID?

Voting is easy as 1 - 2 - 3

Who is on my ballot?
You can enter your home address - or where you are registered vote - to see information about your next election, who is on the ballot, and more. 
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Enter your first initial, surname, county, and date of birth to preview your ballot, check your voter registration, confirm the status of your absentee ballot request, and more. 
The League of Women Voters also has a great resource guide. It's a terrific, easy-to-use way to see your ballot choices and compare candidates based on their responses to the League of Women Voters on many key issues.

Vote by mail (absentee)

Any registered Georgia voter may apply for an absentee ballot and vote by mail. You do not need an excuse.
  1. Complete the absentee ballot application you received in the mail or print this absentee application.
  2. Mail, fax, or email your completed application as soon as possible, but it must be postmarked no later than Friday, October 22, 2021. See your County's Election Office address, fax, and email below. 
  3. Receive your absentee ballot by mail. You can check the status of your application and your ballot by clicking here.
  4. Complete your ballot and return by mail as soon as possible, but no later than Election Day, Tuesday, November 2, 2021
  5. Track the status of your absentee ballot request here. 
  6. Learn more about voter ID requirements.

Alternate Ballot Return
Instead of mailing your completed ballot, you can return it to any one of the dropbox locations throughout your county (Fulton County ballots must be returned to Fulton County boxes; DeKalb County ballots must be returned to DeKalb County boxes). The boxes are monitored by video cameras and must be emptied by elections workers at least once per day. Find a list and map of locations at the Fulton County Absentee Drop Box page and the DeKalb County Absentee Drop Box page. Once you've returned your ballot to a dropbox, confirm receipt at the Georgia My Voter Page. If you are in Fulton County, you can return your ballot to any of the three Fulton County Registration and Election offices until 7:00 PM on Tuesday, November 2.  Drop boxes are only available during early voting. 
NEW: These drop boxes will only be available during regular voting hours and will not be available for the 4 days prior to the election. There will only be 5 drop box locations compared to the 32 in the last General Election.
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If you return your ballot by US mail, it must be received by 7:00 PM on Tuesday, November 2, 2021.

If you have any problems or questions, contact your county Elections office:
  • DeKalb County Voter Registration & Elections Office at 404-298-4038
  • Fulton County Voter Registration Office at 404-612-3816

What if my absentee ballot doesn't arrive before Election Day?
If you have requested - but not received an absentee ballot - you can still vote early in person or on Tuesday, November 2, 2021 at your usual polling place. The process will take a little longer because the poll worker must view your record and cancel the absentee ballot request.
DeKalb County Election Office 
​Return your completed absentee ballot request as soon as possible, but no later than Friday, October 22, 2021.
  • Mail:
    Board of Registrars
    4380 Memorial Drive
    Suite 300
    Decatur, GA 30032
  • Fax: (404) 298-4038
  • Email: uocava@dekalbcountyga.gov​​
Fulton County Election Office
Return your completed absentee ballot request as soon as possible, but no later than Friday, October 22, 2021.
Want to track your ballot or need help? Call the voter protection line: 888-730-5816.

Vote in-person

Primary Election Day is Tuesday, November 2, 2021.
Here are some tools to make sure your voting experience is a smooth one. 
  1. Check your voter registration here. If you are not registered, You can register until October 4, 2021. Click here to register. If you have moved, you must update your registration. 
  2. Find your polling place here. It may have changed since the last election, so click here to confirm. 
  3. Polls are open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM on Election Day. If you are in line when the poll closes you can still cast your vote – do not leave the line. 
  4. You need a photo ID to vote in Georgia. Click here to see a list of acceptable ID cards. Learn more about voter ID here. 
Early voting varies by your county.
If you still have your absentee ballot, complete and return it by 7:00 pm on Tuesday, June 9. Deliver it to a drop box. 
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"Your vote is your voice.
​Be heard on November 2."

Get registered

Register by Monday, October 4, 2021.
Register for the General Election by Monday, October 4, 2021. Click the button below.

If you aren't registered to vote in Georgia – or you need to update your registration information – it is easy. If you have moved since the last election, you must update your registration.
  • If you do have a Georgia driver's license, you can register or update your registration online.
  • If you do not have a Georgia driver's license, you can download a form and submit it as described.
Both processes begin online. Click the link below to get started. 
ID requirements have changed. Make sure you are prepared to cast your vote.

To vote in person or apply for an absentee ballot, you will need to show ID. Six acceptable forms of photo ID:​
  • Georgia Driver's License (even if expired)
  • Valid ID issued by any state or the Federal Government
  • Valid employee ID issued by the Federal Government, the State of Georgia, or a county, city, or other government entity of Georgia
  • Valid US passport
  • Valid US military ID
  • Valid tribal ID
 
If you are applying for an absentee ballot or you are a first-time registrant by mail who has not already provided a photo ID, there are five more forms of ID you can use:​
  • Current utility bill
  • Bank statement
  • Government check
  • Paycheck
  • Other government document
 
If you do not have an acceptable photo ID, you can get one free from the Department of Driver Services; to do so, you must provide:​​
  • A photo identity document or approved non-photo identity document that includes your full legal name and date of birth
  • Documentation showing your date of birth
  • Evidence that you are a registered voter
  • Documentation showing your name and residential address
 
For more information about Georgia's ID requirements and how to register to vote, visit the Secretary of State's page.