How to Vote in Kentucky

Find out everything you need to know about how to vote in Kentucky.

Upcoming Elections and Deadlines in Kentucky

Kentucky General Election
(State/Federal)

Kentucky General Election

Nov 07, 2023

In-person absentee voting: Thu November 2, 2023 - Sat November 4, 2023 (closing time varies by county. Check with your local election official to find out when early voting closes.)at varies by county

Voter Registration Deadline


Mail: Postmarked by Tue Oct 10, 2023
In person: Close of business Tue Oct 10, 2023

Same-Day Voter Registration

Election Day: Not Available
Early Voting Period: Not available

Absentee Ballot Deadlines

Deadline to Request an Absentee Ballot:
Mail: Requests cannot be made by mail.
In Person: Absentee ballots cannot be requested in person.
Deadline to Return Completed Absentee Ballot:
By mail: Received by 6:00 pm Tue November 7, 2023
In person: Received by 6:00 pm Tue November 7, 2023

Register to Vote

Who can register to vote in Kentucky
Pre-registration
Can I register to vote on Election Day?
Voter registration deadlines
Registering to vote as a student
Registering for people with disabilities

Vote Early In-Person

When can I vote early?
Who can vote early?
Where can I go to vote early?
What do I need to bring to vote early?
Can I register to vote during Early Voting?
Voting early as a student
Voting early for people with disabilities

Request a Mail-In/Absentee Ballot

Can everyone vote by mail/absentee?
How do I request a ballot?
What is the deadline to request a ballot?
Requesting an absentee ballot in emergencies or for people with disabilities
How to track your ballot
Track your ballot online with your state.

Return your Completed Ballot

Does my state allow absentee/mail ballot drop-off?
What is the deadline to drop off a voted ballot?
Where can I drop off my voted ballot?
How to track your ballot
Track your ballot online with your state.
Who can drop off my completed ballot?
You must return your own absentee ballot. Contact your local election official for more information.

Vote In-Person on Election Day

Can I register to vote on Election Day?
What do I need to bring to vote on Election Day?
Voting as a Student
Voting for People with Disabilities

Additional Kentucky Resources

Your State Election Official
Overseas & Military Voting
Additional Information