5 Steps to Vote
STEP 1
Confirm your address and voter status
Before anything else, make sure you are registered to vote and that your information is current.
Take two minutes to check:
Your registration status
Your name and address
Your voting precinct
If anything needs updating, do it early.
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Voters can check their registration status and voting precinct at https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/. Reach out to your local voter registrar for detailed information about county, city, and congressional districts.
STEP 2
Save key dates on your calendar
Primaries follow a different timeline than November elections.
At a minimum, know:
The date of the May primary
The early voting period
The deadline to request a mail ballot if you plan to vote by mail
Putting these dates on your calendar now means less last-minute stress later.
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STEP 3
Decide when and how to submit your ballot
Georgia offers ways to vote. Pick the one that works best for you.
Options include:
Voting early in person
Voting on Election Day
Voting by mail, if you are eligible
Voters with disabilities check the latest information here.
Deciding ahead of time helps avoid last minute stress.
STEP 4
find your polling place
Polling locations can change between elections.
Look up:
Where you can vote early
Where to vote on Election Day
The hours of operation
Plan your visit the same way you would plan an appointment or errand.
STEP 5
Review & Research your ballot
Ballots vary by location and party primary.
Before you vote, take a few minutes to:
See which races will appear on your ballot
Understand what offices are being decided
Note any local races or propositions
Need to research a candidate or issue? Stick with:
Official election resources
Nonpartisan voter information sites
Local election offices
Reliable information removes uncertainty.
Learn how to spot bias in voting guides.
