Voter Resources

To register to vote you must be

• A US citizen

• A Virginia resident

• Have a Social Security Number

• Be 18 years old on or before the next general election. (Virginia Code § 24.2-403)

You may preregister if you are at least 16 years old but will not 18 years of age on or before the day of the next general election. (Virginia Code § 24.2-403.1)

• Register to vote in Virginia

• Update your Virginia registration

• Check your registration status

On Election Day you must vote at your designated polling place.

See link for a list of acceptable identification.

All voters casting a ballot in-person will be asked to show one form of identification.

• Vote By Mail

• In-Person Early Voting

• In-Person Voting on Election Day

• Vote By Mail

• In-Person Early Voting

• In-Person Voting on Election Day

Anyone convicted of a felony in Virginia automatically loses their civil rights - the right to vote, serve on a jury, run for office, become a notary public and carry a firearm. Individuals seeking restoration of their civil rights are encouraged to contact the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s office.

The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) works to ensure Service members, their eligible family members, and overseas citizens are aware of their right to vote and have the tools and resources to successfully do so. Visit FVAP.gov for more information.

Any person, regardless of their disability status, has the right to register to vote at any office or agency that provides such a service. See this link for more information on accessible voting.

This LWVFA video has information to help eligible citizens at the Fairfax Adult Detention Center register and vote.