Helpful Voting Links — Hawaii
Don't miss your next election! In 2020 Hawaii Democrats will hold a party-run presidential primary election on April 4th. To participate you must register directly with the Hawaii Democratic Party by February 18th. Voters may also register at polling locations on April 4th. Open state primaries will occur on August 8th, 2020.
- Register to Vote
- Check your registration status
- State Election Website
- State Election Dates
- Find your Polling Place
- See Your Ballot
- Absentee Ballot Instructions
- Request an Absentee Ballot
- Felon Voting Laws
- Call the Election Office: (800) 442-VOTE (x 8683)
- County Election Offices
- County Government Information
Primary/Caucus Info — Hawaii
Presidential
Procedure:
In 2020, Hawaii Democrats will hold a party-run presidential primary election on April 4th. To participate you must register directly with the Hawaii Democratic Party by February 18th. Voters may also register at polling locations on April 4th. Note polling locations will only be open from 7 am to 3 pm. The party hopes most voters will participate via mail ballots. By-mail ballots will be issued February 18th and must be received by March 28th.
Visit the Hawaii Republican Party and Democratic Party for more information.
Statewide
What's on the ballot?
Hawaii holds open primaries. Some congressional seats, state offices and constitutional amendments may be included on the ballot.
Updated:
2020-07-29See Where Your Elected Officials Stand — Hawaii
Voter ID Requirements — Hawaii
What forms of ID are acceptable?
In order to vote, voters may be asked to present valid photo ID with a signature. Additionally, voters will be asked to sign a poll book to record that they voted at the polling place. Voter Registration Notice is NOT an acceptable form of identification.
See ID Requirements for All StatesEarly & Absentee Voting — Hawaii
Request an Absentee BallotNote: The presidential primary is party-run in 2020. Please see primary section for details.
Early Voting Dates: October 20th to October 31st
You can vote in person at designated locations from before the election. No excuse required. You may also register to vote during early voting.
To vote absentee by mail, first you’ll need to apply for an absentee ballot (click here) no later than October 27th. Then, when you complete your absentee ballot, it must be received by election day.