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Register to Vote
Information on how to register to vote, requirements, and ways to register
Overview
In order to vote in Missouri, you must be registered with the election authority in the county in which you are a resident.
If you moved to the City from another part of the state, you'll have to re-register with your new address.
Choose a service option:
Instructions
Please choose a service option above.
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On This Page
Preparation
Confirm That You Meet the Requirements for Voting
- You are a U.S. citizen and a Missouri resident.
- You are at least 17-1/2 years of age to register. You must be 18 years of age to vote.
- You have an acceptable form of identification.
Verify Your Current Voter Registration Status
Verification options:
- Visit the Missouri Secretary of State website and verify that you are a registered voter in Missouri, or
- Call the Board of Election Commissioners at (314) 622-4336 Monday through Friday and staff will help you confirm your voter registration status.
- Search the Inactive Voter List database and see if you are listed. If listed, you'll have to re-register with your current address.
Instructions
Use the Begin Online button below to begin the online voter registration process.
Begin online: https://www.sos.mo.gov/elections/goVoteMissouri/register
What to Expect
You will not receive a confirmation that you have been registered. However, you can check your voter registration to confirm your status.
Additional Information
- Find your polling location by Ward and Precinct or search by address.
- Get information about upcoming elections.
- View a sample ballot.
- Once you have registered to vote, you can request to vote absentee if you meet the qualifications.
Showing instructions for By Mail.
On This Page
Preparation
Confirm That You Meet the Requirements for Voting
- You are a U.S. citizen and a Missouri resident.
- You are at least 17-1/2 years of age to register. You must be 18 years of age to vote.
- You have an acceptable form of identification.
Verify Your Current Voter Registration Status
Verification options:
- Visit the Missouri Secretary of State website and verify that you are a registered voter in Missouri, or
- Call the Board of Election Commissioners at (314) 622-4336 Monday through Friday and staff will help you confirm your voter registration status.
- Search the Inactive Voter List database and see if you are listed. If listed, you'll have to re-register with your current address.
Instructions
- Download, print, complete, date and sign the Voter Registration Application.
- Confirm you checked "New Registration" in form box 3.
- Mail the application to:
Submitting a Voter Registration Application by mail or to an individual other than the Election Board does not ensure timely voter registration. If you are unsure about the status of your voter registration, contact the Election Board by phone or in-person.
What to Expect
You will not receive a confirmation that you have been registered. However, you can check your voter registration to confirm your status.
Additional Information
- Find your polling location by Ward and Precinct or search by address.
- Get information about upcoming elections.
- View a sample ballot.
- Once you have registered to vote, you can request to vote absentee if you meet the qualifications.
Showing instructions for In Person.
On This Page
Preparation
Confirm That You Meet the Requirements for Voting
- You are a U.S. citizen and a Missouri resident.
- You are at least 17-1/2 years of age to register. You must be 18 years of age to vote.
- You have an acceptable form of identification.
Verify Your Current Voter Registration Status
Verification options:
- Visit the Missouri Secretary of State website and verify that you are a registered voter in Missouri, or
- Call the Board of Election Commissioners at (314) 622-4336 Monday through Friday and staff will help you confirm your voter registration status.
- Search the Inactive Voter List database and see if you are listed. If listed, you'll have to re-register with your current address.
Instructions
- Go in person and register at:
or at the following alternative registration locations:
- Department of Revenue, Division of Motor Vehicles
- Health and Social Services Offices
- Any Public library
- School or other tax-supported public agencies that has a Deputy Registrar on site.
- Submit your application in person with an acceptable form of identification.
What to Expect
You will not receive a confirmation that you have been registered. However, you can check your voter registration to confirm your status.
Additional Information
- Find your polling location by Ward and Precinct or search by address.
- Get information about upcoming elections.
- View a sample ballot.
- Once you have registered to vote, you can request to vote absentee if you meet the qualifications.
Contact
Board of Election Commissioners
(314) 622-4336
300 N Tucker Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63101
Monday - Friday 8 AM – 5 PM On Election Day Polls Open at 6 AM and Close at 7 PM
Related Services
- Obtain Candidate Clearance Information about Candidate Clearance through the Collector of Revenue’s Office for people filing for an elective public office of the City of St. Louis.
- Vote By Absentee Ballot Instructions to vote absentee after your absentee application has been approved and you have received your absentee ballot.
- Check for Your Name on the Inactive Voter List The inactive voter list comprises voters whose registration status is inactive because the registration address could not be verified.
- Request Disabled Voter Access Obtaining accessible or alternative voting materials, audio files, enlarged print, voting accommodations.
- Apply to Be a Technical Specialist Poll Worker Apply to become a non-partisan Technical Specialist for the City of St. Louis to set up and maintain all of the technical aspects of the polling place machines.
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