Voting in
Hawaii

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How & Where to Vote

Find out where to vote, how to vote, how to vote early, and how to vote by mail.

Register to Vote

Register to vote in Hawaii, or learn more about voter ID & rights.

Election Details

Visit the Hawaii Election Website or call (800) 442-VOTE (x 8683) to learn more about your states voting details.

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Important Dates - State Primary

8/8/2020
State Primary Election Day
7/9/2020
State Primary Registration Deadline (by mail)
Closed
State Primary Type

Voting Information for Hawaii

Your state has automatic vote by mail– if you're a registered voter, you'll receive a ballot in the mail whenever there's an election.

Don’t miss your next election!

Hawaii is a vote-by-mail state. As long as your registration lists your current address, you will receive a ballot. If you have moved, please be sure to update your registration by Jul. 9th to receive a ballot by-mail for the Aug. 8th state primary. (Click here to register to vote.) You may go to your local elections office and designated polling centers to register to vote in person through election day.

 

Presidential Primaries



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.


The Hawaii Republicans will hold closed precinct caucuses on March 10th. Voters may register to vote on site if not already registered with the party.


Visit the Hawaii Republican Party and Democratic Party for more information.

Statewide Primaries

Hawaii holds open primaries. Some congressional seats, state offices and constitutional amendments may be included on the ballot.

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Early Voting + Absentee Voting

Early Voting Dates: Jul. 27th to Aug. 7th

You can vote in-person at your local elections office before the election from July 27th to Aug. 7th. No excuse required. Early voting times may vary by county.  You can register to vote in-person at your local elections office or polling centers during early voting and on election day.

If you need a ballot by-mail delivered to an address that is different than what is on your registration, you must submit your request by Aug. 1st to receive a by-mail ballot. No excuse required.

Voters may return ballots by-mail or in-person so that they are received by 7 p.m. on Aug. 8th.

 

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Voter ID + Access for Hawaii

Do Voters Need ID?

  • Yes, voters need an ID
  • Multiple forms of ID accepted
  • First time voters need ID

More Chances to Register

  • You can register to vote during Early Voting.
  • You can register to vote on Election Day.

    • Pre-registration

    • The pre-registration age is 16
    Youth participation is affected by changing state legislation or party rules. If we are not up to date please let us know.

    17 year olds may be able to participate in the presidential selection process. See your state party websites for details.