How do I vote in Arizona? Your guide to polling sites, mail-in deadlines, more

With Election Day coming up on Nov. 5, here’s your guide for all things related to casting your vote in Arizona. To see guides for other states, click here.

Do I need to register to vote?

Yes, you’ll need to register to vote in Arizona if you haven’t already. 

How do I do that?

In Arizona you can register to vote by mail, online or in-person. Follow this link for detailed instructions and the forms you’ll need to register online or by mail. 

What’s the deadline?

The deadline to register to vote in the 2024 general elections is Oct. 7. 

Where do I find out where my polling site is?

Find your polling location at these links if you live in Maricopa or Pima Counties. Otherwise, you can look up your locations by finding election offices in your county here. 

Can I vote by mail?

Yes, you can vote by mail by signing up for the Active Early Voting List (AEVL) to be automatically sent a ballot for every election you’re eligible to vote in or request a one-time ballot-by-mail. You can do either through an online portal, by mail, fax or email or by calling or emailing your county recorder directly. Find detailed instructions and the application forms here on the Arizona Secretary of State’s website. The deadline to apply is Oct. 25. 

What’s the latest date I can turn in my ballot?

Ballots need to be received by 7 p.m. on Election Day. 

Is there a way I can track my ballot?

Yes, you can request a ballot as well as check on its status at this online portal. 

What if I need help getting to the polling site?

If you can’t make it to the polls for early voting or on Election Day, you can use one of the several options to vote absentee. 

Where do I find election results?

USA TODAY will have presidential, congressional and statewide race results updating live here. 

Illustrations by Veronica Bravo, USA TODAY