Voter Information Center

Any day is a good day to register to vote in Maine! You can even register to vote on Election Day when you vote. Once you are registered, you do not need an ID to vote. If you have recently moved or changed your name, you should update your voter registration.

There are several ways to register to vote or update your registration in Maine:

• When you vote: You can register at your polling place when you vote on Election Day, November 5, 2024.
• City hall or town office: Register to vote in-person at your city or town hall anytime, up to and including on Election Day, November 5, 2024.
• Bureau of Motor Vehicles: You can register to vote or update your voter registration at any Bureau of Motor Vehicles office. The deadline to register through the BMV is Tuesday, October 29.
• Online: The deadline to register online was October 15.
• By mail: The deadline to register by mail was October 15.

Who is eligible to vote?

Age and citizenship: You can register to vote if you are a United States citizen residing in the town where you will vote and will be 18 years old on Election Day. If you are 17 years old but will be 18 on or before Election Day, you can register. If you are 16 years old, you can still fill out your voter registration card and you will be eligible to vote when you turn 18.

Can I vote if I've been convicted of a crime or am in jail? Yes! If you are in jail, you register to vote in the town where you lived before going to jail and vote by absentee ballot.

Can I vote if I am experiencing homelessness? Yes! People experiencing homelessness can vote. If you are experiencing homelessness, register to vote using the location where you sleep. This location could be a shelter, a friend’s place, or outside and is considered your residence.

What do I need to register?

Whether you register in-person or by mail, you will need to provide proof of identity and proof of residence:

If you have an official ID that shows your name and Maine address, that's all you need to register to vote. This could be a Maine driver's license, tribal ID, government ID, military ID, and more.

If you are a student, you can use a student photo ID from a state-approved public or private school or institute of higher education in Maine.

There are several other easy ways to prove your identity and that you are a Maine resident:

• Out-of-State ID: If you recently moved to Maine and have an out-of-state ID, you can still use that ID to prove your identity. You will need a second document to show that you are a Maine resident.
• Documents to show Maine residency: There are several simple documents that prove you are a Maine resident, including a piece of mail, utility bill, bank statement, pay stub, statement of benefits, and more.
• No address: If you have no address, you can still register in person in the town where you stay.
• Incarcerated: If you are incarcerated, your voting address is in the town where you lived before incarceration.

Learn more about registering to vote from the Maine Secretary of State here.

Questions or concerns about registering to vote? 

Contact the Election Protection Hotline by calling or texting 866-OUR-VOTE (866-867-8683) or chatting with a voting expert at 866OurVote.org.

Election Day is Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

October 15: Last day to register to vote by mail or online

October 29: Last recommended day to mail your mail-in/absentee ballot via USPS. If you have not mailed your ballot by this time, the Secretary of State recommends that you deliver it to your town office or a ballot drop box. All mail-in/absentee ballots must be received by 8pm on Election Day. If you cannot deliver your ballot, have lost it, have damaged it, or never received it, you can vote in person at your municipal office through October 31 or vote in person at the polls on Election Day, Tuesday, November 5. Find your town office hours and drop box locations here.

October 29: Last day to register to vote at a Bureau of Motor Vehicles office

October 31, 5PM: Last day to request a mail-in/absentee ballot

November 5, Election Day: Polls close at 8pm. Anyone in line by 8pm can vote. If you're in line, stay in line. (Polls open between 6am and 10am depending on town, and all polls are open until 8pm.)

November 5: Last day to register to vote for the 2024 election. You can register in-person at your city or town office, or at your polling place when you vote.

Questions or concerns about deadlines? 

Contact the Election Protection Hotline by calling or texting 866-OUR-VOTE (866-867-8683) or chatting with a voting expert at 866OurVote.org.

Students in Maine can either register at their home address or where they are currently living during school. You may only be registered and vote in one location.

See more information and frequently asked questions from the Campus Vote Project.

Questions or concerns about voting as a student in Maine? 

Contact the Election Protection Hotline by calling or texting 866-OUR-VOTE (866-867-8683) or chatting with a voting expert at 866OurVote.org.

Local election officials can change voting locations up to 10 days before an election. Find your polling place so you know where to go.

Some towns have multiple polling places. To find out where you vote, call your town clerk’s office or visit the election page on your town's or city’s website. You can also look up your polling place online.

Find your polling place

Questions or concerns about finding your polling place? 

Contact the Election Protection Hotline by calling or texting 866-OUR-VOTE (866-867-8683) or chatting with a voting expert at 866OurVote.org.

This is a consequential election year at all levels of government. Meet the candidates and vote for your rights.

Every single state representative and senator is up for election in Maine, along with candidates for Congress, the U.S. Senate, school boards, local races, the presidency, and more. Additionally, there are five ballot questions on all Maine voters' ballots.

Meet the candidates running for federal office and learn about the ballot questions from the League of Women Voters of Maine.

League of Women Voters Guide

See all the races on your ballot, including local races, from Vote411.org.

See your complete ballot

Questions or concerns? 

Contact the Election Protection Hotline by calling or texting 866-OUR-VOTE (866-867-8683) or chatting with a voting expert at 866OurVote.org.

Are you voting by mail with an absentee ballot? Make sure it's returned in time so your voice is heard. All mail-in ballots must be received by 8pm on Election Day.

October 29: This is the last recommended day to mail your mail-in/absentee ballot via USPS. If you have not mailed your ballot by this time, the Secretary of State recommends that you deliver it to your town office or a ballot drop box. All mail-in/absentee ballots must be received by 8pm on Election Day. If you cannot deliver your ballot, have lost it, have damaged it, or never received it, you can vote early in person at your municipal office through October 31 or in person at the polls on Election Day. Find your town office hours and drop box locations here.

October 31: This is the last day to request an absentee ballot. At this point, you must request the ballot at your municipal office and cannot request it online or by mail. You can also vote early in person at your municipal office through October 31.

Did you already mail your ballot or drop it off? Track it online to make sure it is received.

Track your mail-in/absentee ballot

Can I vote in-person if I requested an absentee ballot?

If you are unable to return your mail-in/absentee ballot in time, have lost or damaged your ballot, or have changed your mind about how you want to vote, you can vote in person. You can vote early in person at your municipal office through October 31. You can vote in person on Election Day, Tuesday, November 5.

Once your mail-in/absentee ballot is received, you will be marked as an absentee voter and will not be able to vote in person. Likewise, if you vote in person and later send your mail-in/absentee ballot, your mail-in/absentee ballot will not be counted.

Questions or concerns about voting early in Maine? 

Contact the Election Protection Hotline by calling or texting 866-OUR-VOTE (866-867-8683) or chatting with a voting expert at 866OurVote.org.

Know your rights when voting in Maine so your vote is counted and your voice is heard.

You do not need an ID to vote in Maine.

Maine does not require ID for voting. If you do not have a photo ID, you can still vote.

You do need to prove your identity and eligibility when you register to vote. You can register on Election Day at your polling place. A photo ID is helpful for registering but not necessary. See the "Register to Vote" tab for more information.

What if someone is interfering with my right to vote?

Examples of interference include:

• Aggressively questioning voters about their qualifications to vote.
• Spreading false information about voter requirements.
• Other forms of harassment, particularly harassment targeting non-English speakers and voters of color.

You do not need to speak English or pass a test to vote. 

What if poll workers say my name is not on the list?

If an election worker says your name is not on the list of registered voters, you can re-register on election day.

What to do:

• Ask the worker to double-check the list of registered voters.
• Call 866-OUR-VOTE (866-867-8683) to see if you're at the correct location.
• If you’re at the correct location, ask to re-register.

I have difficulty reading or writing in English.

If you have difficulty reading/writing English you may receive in-person assistance from the person of your choice. They cannot be your employer or an agent of your employer/union. 

Accommodations and disability rights:

All polling places for federal elections must:

• Be fully accessible to older adults and voters with disabilities.
• Have at least one voting system that allows voters with disabilities to vote privately and independently.
• Allow you to receive in-person help from the person of your choice (see "difficulty reading/writing English").

You have the right to take time off work:

You are entitled to up to 4 consecutive hours off work. You must request at least 1 day in advance. Your employer may specify the hours you take. Your employer cannot penalize you, but they are not required to pay you for the time off.

Someone is intimidating me or other people while voting:

If someone is intimidating you or other voters while trying to vote, contact the Election Protection Hotline by calling or texting 866-OUR-VOTE (866-867-8683) or chatting with a voting expert at 866OurVote.org.

Questions or concerns about voting in Maine? 

Contact the Election Protection Hotline by calling or texting 866-OUR-VOTE (866-867-8683) or chatting with a voting expert at 866OurVote.org.

Do you need help having conversations about voting rights, abortion access, immigrants' rights, LGBTQ rights, free speech, and racial justice? We've got you covered.

See the full conversation guide for all topics or click on the images below to learn about each one.

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If you run into questions or problems with registering, requesting a ballot, or voting, contact the Election Protection Hotline.

Text or call: You can text or call 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683) to speak with a voting expert.

Online: Chat with someone from the Election Protection Hotline on their website here.