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Attention U.S. citizen voters: Some states require absentee voters to register annually so you may need to re-register each year. Go to FVAP.gov to check your state’s requirements, register and request your ballot.
Registering to vote in U.S. federal elections is fast, easy, and possible from anywhere in the world. All U.S. citizens can now receive a ballot electronically so it has never been simpler to become an overseas voter!
You can find out about the candidates and issues by visiting your state’s election webpages.
For information about voting overseas, watch this video and refer to the FAQs below.
Registering to vote in U.S. federal elections is fast, easy, and possible from anywhere in the world. All U.S. citizens can now receive a ballot electronically so it has never been simpler to become an overseas voter! You can find out about the candidates and issues by visiting your state’s election webpages.
1. Register or re-register to vote & request a ballot
Go to FVAP.gov to complete a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) which allows you register to vote and request your absentee ballot at the same time.
2. Receive and complete your ballot
All U.S. citizens can now chose to receive a ballot electronically. Depending on which state you are eligible to vote in, you might get your ballot electronically by email, fax, or online download.
If you have received your ballot, follow the instructions to submit it as soon as you can. If your state allows you to cast your ballot electronically, we recommend that you do so ASAP.
Which state should I register with?
I haven’t lived in the U.S. for some time. Which state should I register with/which address should I give?
Can I register to vote if I never lived in the US?
It may be possible for you to register to vote in the state in which you parent or legal guardian – or, in some cases, your spouse or civil union partner – current lives or lived when they last resided in the United States. Visit the FVAP website for state-by-state information and then contact the state’s election officer if you need more information.
My ballot hasn't arrived. What should I do?
If you haven’t received your ballot by early October, you can request a Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot (FWAB). You can use the FWAB to vote if you don’t think you will receive your ballot in time. If your ballot does subsequently arrive, you can submit it too. Only one vote will be counted.
Is there still time for me to vote?
If you haven’t registered to vote, it may not be too late – deadlines vary state by state. You can check the Federal Election deadlines by clicking on your state of voting residence on the FVAP website.
Can I vote at the Consulate?
U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places so do not expect to be able to go to the Consulate in Bermuda to cast your vote. You may return your completed, signed and dated postal ballot by using the Bermuda postal system or by dropping your postal ballot off to the U.S. Consulate in Bermuda to be sent directly to your state’s election officials.
Can I attend an election night party?
The U.S. Consulate in Bermuda currently has no plans for public parties or screenings of election news footage.
If you have questions after checking this webpage and FVAP.gov, you can contact:
Please call: 1 (441) 335-3828
Outside of Office Hours, contact: 1 (441) 335-3828
Outside of Bermuda: 1 (441) 335-3828
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