Voter Resources
Everything you need to register, prepare and participate.
Election dates, deadlines and procedures may change. YRFNJ provides these resources for convenience. Always confirm current information with the New Jersey Division of Elections or your county election officials.
Register to Vote
Official New Jersey online voter registration.
Open Official SiteCheck My Registration
Connect to New Jersey’s official “Am I Registered?” voter search.
Open Official SiteFind My Polling Place
Official polling-location lookup.
Open Official SiteVote by Mail
Information and application for a New Jersey Vote-by-Mail ballot.
Open Official SiteTrack My Ballot
Official My Voter Record / ballot tracking.
Open Official SiteFind Early Voting
Official in-person early-voting information and locations.
Open Official SiteGeneral Election Countdown
New Jersey Voter Registration
Registering is the first step to making your voice heard.
Registration Deadline
New Jersey's registration deadline is generally 21 days before an election. Make sure you're registered in advance.
Who Can Register
- United States citizen
- At least 17 years old to register (must meet applicable age requirements to actually vote)
- Resident of your county for at least 30 days before the election
- Not currently serving a sentence of incarceration resulting from conviction of an indictable offense
This summary is for convenience and is not legal advice.
How Can I Vote?
Three official ways to cast your ballot in New Jersey.
Election Day
Vote in person at your assigned polling place on Election Day. Polls are generally open from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Confirm your location with the official lookup tool.
Early Voting
New Jersey offers in-person early voting for eligible elections at designated locations. Check the official site for current dates and locations near you.
Vote by Mail
Active registered voters may request a Vote-by-Mail ballot under New Jersey law. No excuse is required to vote by mail.
Vote-by-Mail Center
Everything you need to request, return and track your mail-in ballot.
Request a Mail-In Ballot
Online application where available.
Paper Application
Print and submit the official application.
Secure Ballot Drop Boxes
Find official county drop-box listings.
County Board of Elections
Contact your county election officials.
Track My Ballot
Check your ballot status online.
Returning a Ballot
Official instructions for returning your ballot.
Important: Vote-by-Mail ballots should not be returned to an Election Day polling place or early-voting location when state rules prohibit it. Always follow current state instructions.
Early Voting
In-person early voting is available for eligible New Jersey elections.
New Jersey offers in-person early voting at designated locations for eligible elections. You can vote using a secure voting machine during the early-voting period before Election Day.
- Current dates: View the official early-voting schedule.
- Location finder: Find early-voting sites near you.
- Hours: Confirm current early-voting hours.
- FAQ: Read official early-voting frequently asked questions.
Find a Secure Ballot Drop Box
Return your mail-in ballot at an official county drop box.
Find Drop BoxesParty Affiliation
Understanding New Jersey primary-election affiliation rules.
New Jersey's primary-election affiliation rules determine which party ballot you may vote.
- ●A voter already affiliated with a political party who wants to change affiliation generally must submit the appropriate declaration 55 days before a Primary Election.
- ●A registered voter who is currently unaffiliated may declare a party affiliation up to and including Primary Election Day under current New Jersey rules.
YRFNJ does not provide a custom party-affiliation form. Always use the official New Jersey declaration form.
County Election Officials
Select your county to reach official election contacts.
Resources for All
Official information tailored to your situation.
College & Student Voters
Students should use official guidance to determine the correct registration address and voting options.
Learn MoreMilitary & Overseas Voting
Military service members, eligible family members and overseas voters can use official state and federal resources.
Learn MoreVoter Rights & Accessibility
Official information for voters who need accommodations or accessible voting options.
Learn MoreProvisional Ballot FAQ
A provisional ballot allows you to cast a vote when there is a question about your eligibility at the polls.
Learn MoreServe Your Community.
Become a Poll Worker.
Help run elections in your community. New Jersey needs dedicated poll workers across all 21 counties.
Apply to Be a Poll WorkerCurrent Elections
Key dates and deadlines for upcoming New Jersey elections.
General Election
Dates reflect standard New Jersey election rules (21-day registration deadline, 7-day vote-by-mail application deadline, 9-day early voting period). Always confirm with the New Jersey Division of Elections.
Verify with the New Jersey Division of Elections.
Election Information
Official results, security and voter education from the State of New Jersey.
Other Civic Resources
Organized tools to help you lead, organize and participate.
Republican Resources
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