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 Missouri.
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 03/21/2023 and ends on 04/03/2023
You can vote in-person absentee in your state.
From October 25 to November 7, you may vote in person via a no-excuse absentee ballot at a location designated by your local election authority.
In Missouri, it is a two step process to vote by mail: Step 1: Request your ballot NOW. You must have an excuse to qualify to vote with an absentee ballot. The deadline for your application to be received is March 22nd.
You need an excuse to request an absentee ballot. Excuses could include being sick or out of town, but it’s best to check with your state directly to see what counts as an excuse.
Wait! Don't sign your ballot until you find a notary. You must sign the statement on the return envelope in the presence of a notary. They must sign the ballot, too.
The absentee ballot envelope must be signed by a notary, election official, or other authorized oath administer.
Missouri voters must show valid photo ID when voting in person. Info here on what qualifies. If it is your first time voting in the state of Missouri, you must submit a copy of your photo ID with your application to vote by mail. If voting by mail, no ID is required to be sent in with the ballot, but the signature on the ballot must match signature on voter registration form.
Your postage is prepaid.
Close relatives may return a ballot on your behalf.
Look Up Ballot Drop Off LocationsIf you have an unused mail-in ballot and decide you would like to vote in person go to your polling site on Election Day. Bring your mail-in ballot if possible. The poll worker will confirm that your mail-in ballot was not used before allowing you to vote in person.
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Find your polling place, ID laws, and more about voting for the first time below.