Warning: Mail-in voting is a convenient and safe way to vote, but your ballot might not count if it's submitted late or with errors. So follow the directions below on how to vote early or absentee and make your vote count in Idaho.
Note - this information below may change for your state due to ongoing litigation and legislation. This page will be updated within 24 hours of any change.
You can vote early in your state before Election Day. Early voting begins on 10/23/2023 and ends on 11/03/2023
You can vote in-person absentee in your state.
Voting by mail is a two step process in Idaho. Step 1: Request your ballot NOW. The deadline for your application to be received is October 27th at 5 p.m. Return your ballot ASAP.
You don’t need an excuse to request an absentee ballot. You can vote by mail for any reason.
After you complete your ballot, be sure to sign the affidavit on the back of your ballot envelope. Be sure that your signature matches your signature on file with the state! If you registered online or at the DMV, check the signature on your license. If the signature does not match, your ballot could be tossed and will not count.
If you vote in person absentee at your local elections office you must present valid photo ID. Info here on what qualifies.
Your postage is prepaid.
Return your ballot via commercial delivery services, such as FedEx or UPS (at your expense)
This is to be determined. The issue is being discussed in the current legislative session.
Look Up Ballot Drop Off LocationsClick here to track your ballot. Your state offers electronic, barcode ballot tracking services so you can make sure your ballot gets counted. Your state does not offer voters a chance to address challenges to their ballot. Your ballot will not count if it is late, or you do not follow directions.
If you would like to vote in person, return your unused absentee ballot to your polling site so that your ballot may be "spoiled" and request an in person ballot on Election Day. If you do not have your ballot to return, you may have to vote a provisional ballot.
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Call 866-OUR-VOTE if you need assistance.
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