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 Maine.
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 in-person absentee in your state.
In Maine, you can vote in person at your local elections office with an absentee ballot from the time that ballots are ready until 3 business days before the election. You'll request, fill out, and return your ballot during your visit.
Voting by mail is a two step process in Maine. Step 1: Request your ballot NOW. The deadline for your application to be received by mail or in person is November 2nd at 5 p.m.
You don’t need an excuse to request an absentee ballot. You can vote by mail for any reason.
After you complete your ballot, sign the ballot envelope on the "voter signature line" on the outer flap of the 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.
You must add a stamp when mailing in your ballot.
Return your ballot via commercial delivery services, such as FedEx or UPS (at your expense)
Any designated person can drop off a ballot for you. This person must return your ballot within two days of receiving it from you.
Look Up Ballot Drop Off LocationsYour state offers ballot tracking services so you can make sure your ballot gets counted. You can track your ballot here. 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 have an absentee ballot that you are not going to use, or you miss the deadline to return it, you may go to your polling place and vote in person. Bring your unused ballot and turn it in at your polling place.
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Call 866-OUR-VOTE if you need assistance.
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