How to vote in California - Democracy Works
Everything voters need to know. Democracy Works has all the information you need to register and vote.
voting.democracy.worksTo register to vote in California, you can do it online, by mail, or in person, and there are specific deadlines for each method.[1]
How to register (most common options)
- Online: Register or update your registration on California’s election website.[1]
- By mail: You can register by mail using the National Mail Voter Registration Form (print, sign, and mail it), and the California site will provide state-specific instructions.[1]
- In person: Register in person through California’s election website (your local county elections office can help).[1]
Deadlines to watch
- Online registration deadline: 15 days before Election Day.[1]
- Register by mail deadline: Application must be postmarked 15 days before Election Day.[1]
- In-person registration: Typically available up to and including on Election Day.[1]
Check your registration status
You can confirm whether you’re registered (and other details) on California’s elections website.[1]
Need links?
Start with Vote.gov’s California page for the quickest official overview and next-step links.[1]
If you tell me what month/date your next election is (or whether you’re registering for a specific election), I can point you to the exact deadline timing for that election cycle.