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 Minnesota, or learn more about voter ID & rights.
Election Details
Visit the Minnesota election website or call (877) 600-VOTE to learn more about your states voting details.
Have more questions about voting?
Read our voting FAQ
Important Dates - Presidential Primary
Voting Information for Minnesota
Presidential Primaries
No party affiliation is required at registration to participate in primary. However, you may have to affirm that you are not an active member of another party. See Minnesota Republican Party or Democratic Party sites for details, including caucus locations.
Statewide Primaries
Some congressional seats, state offices and constitutional amendments may be included on the ballot.
Don’t miss your next election!
Don’t miss your next election! Minnesota’s presidential primary election is March 3, 2020. You may register to vote with valid ID on Election Day. Preregistration is recommended.
Find Your Representatives What Do Your Representatives Stand For?Early Voting + Absentee Voting
Early Voting Dates: Jan. 17th to March 2nd
You can vote in person at your county clerk’s office from January 17th to March 2nd at 5:00 p.m. before the election, using an absentee ballot. No excuse required.
To vote absentee by mail, first you’ll need to apply for an absentee ballot (click here). It is recommened to apply for this ballot on or before March 2nd. Then, when you complete your absentee ballot, it must be witnessed by another Minnesota voter or Notary and received by (2020 TBD).
Voter ID + Eligibility for Minnesota
Voter ID Requirements
Voter Rights
Find out more about your rights in Minnesota.
Pre-registration
You may pre-register for All Elections
You may vote at age 17 in primary elections if you're 18 by the general election