How to Vote in Kentucky
Find out everything you need to know about how to vote in Kentucky.What Are My Voting Options?
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 AvailableEarly 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.
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
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
Registering for people with convictions
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.