National Voter Registration Day 2026: How to register to vote in California
SACRAMENTO, Calif. —
Sept. 15 is National Voter Registration Day, and it is well-timed this year with the midterm elections now less than two months away.
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California voters will not only vote on federal offices that could shift the balance of power in Congress, but there are statewide and local races and measures to decide on. Those include 14 statewide propositions that impact taxes, housing, elections and voter ID.
How to vote in California
Eligible voters will need to first register. You can do so here.
What you will need: A valid California driver’s license or ID card, the last four digits of your Social Security number, and your date of birth.
If you don’t have a driver’s license or ID card, the California Secretary of State’s Office said it is still possible to register, but you will need to take additional steps to register.
Unsure if you’re already registered? You can check your status here.
Important deadlines, dates to know for the November election
The Secretary of State released an online voter guide detailing what to know about the 14 propositions and the statewide offices that will be on all Californians’ ballots. View it here.
Sept. 24: Voters should receive a physical copy of their voter guide in the mail.Oct. 5: Voters should start receiving their mail-in ballots. Those can be submitted by mail, at a drop box, or at a voting center.Oct. 19: This is the last day to register to vote. However, California allows same-day registration to vote on Election Day even if you aren’t registered, beginning Oct. 20.Oct. 24: California counties that are part of the Voter’s Choice Act open their vote centers. See if your county is included here.Nov. 3: This is Election Day. Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Note that if you are still in line after 8 p.m., you can still cast your ballot. Once you cast your ballot, you can track its status here.Dec. 11: The Secretary of State certifies election results.
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