Register to Vote here!

To vote in Virginia, you must:

• Be a U.S. citizen;
• Be a resident of Virginia;
• Be 18 years of age, or 18 years of age by the next general election;
• Have your voting rights restored if you've been convicted of a felony;
• Have your rights restored if declared mentally incompetent by a court;
• Not be registered to vote in another state.

Pre-registration

• You may pre-register to vote at age 16 or 17.
• Submit a regular voter registration application (online or by mail).

• Pre-registration does not allow you to vote until you reach voting age.

Same Day Registration

• After the standard registration deadline, eligible individuals may register and vote in person via same day registration.
• You’ll complete a registration form and vote using a provisional ballot.
• During early voting: Visit the General Registrar's office.
• On Election Day: Go to your assigned polling place based on your residence.

Early Voting

• Vote early at Staunton City Hall Lobby starting 45 days before Election Day.
• Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., closed on holidays and during inclement weather (in line with City of Staunton closures).
• No excuse is needed to vote early.
• Bring an acceptable form of ID and provide your name and address.

Acceptable Forms of ID

Curbside Voting 

• Available for voters aged 65+ or those with physical disabilities.
• Park in designated spots and follow signage instructions.
• A helper may go inside to notify election staff or call ahead to coordinate assistance. 
• Curbside Locations in Staunton:
  • Left side of Central Ave, across from the "You Belong Here" mural (City Hall).
  • Two spots in the old SunTrust lot, near the “Antiques” building and police department.

Vote by Mail

You can apply for an absentee ballot in one of three ways:

• Online here!

• Request a paper application by calling (540) 332-3840.

• Print and mail an application to: PO Box 1092, Staunton, VA 24402

Already applied? Check the status here!