Delaware

Land Acknowledgement

Delaware is home to two state-recognized tribes: the Lenape Indian Tribe of Delaware and the Nanticoke Indian Association. It is also the traditional homeland of many tribes.

Overview

Delaware allows you to register to vote online, in person, or by mail. There is no deadline to register to vote. Early voting begins October 28. You do not need a photo ID to vote.

Key Dates

October 26 - Early voting begins
November 1 - Deadline to request a mail-in ballot
November 6 - Early voting ends
November 8 - Election Day

Contacts

Find all Election Official contact information here

Delaware Voting Guide

Note: The information below is not legal advice on how to vote. Because voting information is changing rapidly during this election, make sure you check the links provided and check with your state about deadlines and voting specifics.

Registering to Vote

The voter registration deadline is November 8.
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To register to vote, you need an ID that shows your name and current address. Examples of acceptable ID include: a driver's license; State ID; utility bill; bank statement; credit card statement; copy of a government mailing; check; or paycheck. You will also need to provide your date of birth and a residential address or mailing address, if you do not have a fixed address.
Delaware requires a residential address to register to vote. If you do not have a fixed address, you may register to vote by completing the proper registration form. If registering in person you must provide two pieces of identification containing your name. Additionally, one of the pieces must include the address that you listed on the application. The address can be a shelter, agency or another location where you receive your mail.
You do not need a fixed address to vote in Delaware. You can call your County Official with questions about your address. Find their contact information here.
You can get a Delaware ID here. However, see the list of acceptable IDs above, as there are many valid types of ID you can use to register to vote.
Yes. You can register to vote online here.
Yes. You can register to vote by fax by printing out this application, filling it out and faxing it to your Department's office for your county, which you can find here: https://elections.delaware.gov/locations.shtml You must include a copy of your ID. You can also call your county office and request that they mail you an application.
Yes. You can register to vote in person many places. You can register to vote at mobile registration events, which you can learn about by contacting here: You can also register to vote in person at any of the State Department's offices, including:
Division of Motor Vehicle offices when applying for, renewing or updating a driver's license or State ID Card
State Service Centers (Department of Health and Social Services) when applying for services
Department of Labor: Division of Training and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
WIC Program offices when applying for services or assistance
Armed Forces Recruitment Offices when applying for services
Some Social Security offices
The State Election Commissioner's office; institutions of higher education when you register for classes.
Find Department of Elections County offices here.
Yes. You can register to vote by filling out this application, and mailing it to your county office, which can be found here.
Yes, you can register to vote with a criminal record unless you are currently incarcerated for a felony or have not yet finished the terms of your sentence or have been convicted of a specific type of felony. See here for more information. Call the Office of the State Election Commissioner at (302) 739-4277 if you have questions about your eligibility.
Call your County Official with questions about registering to vote. You can also call your State Election Commissioner. All contact information can be found here.
The deadline to register to vote is November 8.
Yes, under federal law you can assist someone in registering to vote if they do not speak English well, if they have trouble reading or writing, or if they have a disability.

Checking & Updating Voter Registration

You can check your voter registration online here.
Call your County Official to check your voter registration. You can also call your State Election Commissioner. All contact information can be found here.
You can update your voter registration here. You can also update your name and/or address when you go to vote in person on Election Day.
Maybe. Some states regularly remove voters from voting lists that have not voted in recent elections or have not responded to letters from the state asking for the voter to confirm their address. If you have not voted recently you should confirm that you are still registered to vote by contacting your County Official. Their contact information can be found here. You can also check your registration status here.

Voting by Mail/Absentee/Ballot Drop-Off

You must request a mail-in ballot, but you do not have to provide a reason for that request. All ballots must be received by November 8. The deadline to request a ballot is November 1.
Yes. Please check that you have filled out all required fields and signed your ballot. USPS recommends you mail in your ballot a week before the deadline to ensure your ballot is received on time. However, please factor in your personal experience with mail delivery times to and from your place of residence or where you drop off your ballot.
Fill out this application and return it to your County Official by mail or in person. You can find them here. You can also request a mail-in ballot here.
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The deadline to request a mail-in ballot is November 1, but you should request your ballot as soon as possible to give time to receive and return the ballot.
Delaware will start sending ballots out September 9.
You can have your ballot sent to any address of your choosing when filling out your ballot request.
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Ballots must be received by November 8. USPS recommends you mail in your absentee ballot one week prior to the state deadline, but mail in your ballot as soon as possible.
Yes. You can return your ballot in person by November 8.
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Yes. Delaware does not have a ballot cure procedure. Take care to sign and seal your ballot properly.
Yes. You can check the status of your ballot here.
You can contact your County Official with issues about your mail-in ballot. Find their contact information here.

Voting In-Person

You can find your polling place and hours here.
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Yes. Delaware offers in person early voting at least 10 days before Election Day. Locations have not yet been announced, but we will continue monitoring and update when the information is available. You can find early Vote Centers here.
You do not need a photo ID to vote. You will be asked to provide proof of identity. Delaware does not have a defined list of acceptable forms of ID. If you do not have an ID, you can vote if your name is on the poll list by signing an Affirmation of Voter Identity.
If you do not have an ID, you can vote if your name is on the poll list by signing an Affirmation of Voter Identity. Alternatively, if you want a Delaware ID, you can get one here.
Yes. You can vote a provisional ballot if poll workers cannot confirm that you are eligible to vote in their Election District. For your provisional ballot to be counted, you must be at the right Election District and you must complete your affidavit.
Yes. Under federal law (Section 208 of the Voting Rights Act), you are entitled to bring anyone you trust, such as a friend, family member, or neighbor, to the polling place AND into the polling booth to assist with voting. However, that person may not be your employer, running in the election, or a representative of your labor union. The person giving assistance also may not tell the voter how to vote.
If you have questions about voting in person, contact your County Official or the Secretary of State, both of which can be found here.