Voting By Mail
When people think of voting, going to the polls immediately comes to mind, but you have another option. Voting by mail ballot is a way for you to cast a ballot if you are unable to vote at the polls on Election Day.
If you are registered to vote in another state, but temporarily living in Rhode Island, you can vote by mail too! The Department of State Elections Portal has a "Find my Mail Ballot" tool to help you find information on how to vote by mail in your home state, the District of Columbia or Puerto Rico.
As a student, you can register and vote in the state where you are going to school, or you can register and vote in your home state. Where you decide to vote, could have implications for things like financial aid and residency requirements. Be sure to check out the Brennan Center's Student Voting Guide for more information.
Key Dates
- October 9 - Last day to register to vote for the General Election
- October 18 - Last day to apply for a General Election mail ballot
- October 19 - First day to vote in the General Election by emergency ballot
- November 7 - Last day to vote in the General Election by emergency ballot
- November 8 - General Election