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Five easy steps to vote by mail in
Connecticut
Updated Oct 12, 2020
Register to vote
Your deadline to register online is October 27. You can register here.
If registering by mail, make sure it's postmarked by October 27, or received by November 3 if done in person!
Get your ballot
To request an absentee ballot, Connecticut requires a valid excuse. COVID-19 is a valid excuse for requesting an absentee ballot.
Make sure your application is received by mail or in person by November 2.
Fill in your ballot
Make sure you completely fill in your selections and double-check everything you write in.
Not sure where to research candidates and referendums? Resources like BallotReady provide clear, non-partisan explanations for everything.
Sign and seal
Most ballots have specific instructions on how and where to sign and seal both ballot and envelope. Read the instructions carefully.
Mail in or drop off ballot
In Connecticut, your voted ballot must be returned to Town Clerk’s office or via drop boxes. Use our search tool or check with your local election officials for updates on drop box locations closer to the election.
Make sure to drop your ballot off by November 3.
If sending by mail, your ballot needs to be postmarked by November 3, but you want to send it as soon as possible to allow ample time for processing.
