District of Columbia Registration Deadline

You can register to vote during early voting and on Election Day, you just need to  provide proof of residence that shows your name and current District of Columbia address. Acceptable forms of proof of residence include:

• A copy of a current and valid government-issued photo identification
• A utility bill for water, gas, electricity, cable, internet, telephone, or cellular phone service issued no earlier than 90 days before the election
• A savings, checking, credit, or money market account statement from a bank or credit union issued no earlier than 90 days before the election
• A paycheck, stub, or earning statement that includes the employer’s name, address, and telephone number and was issued no earlier than 90 days before the election
• A government-issued document or check from a federal or District agency, other than the Board of Elections, issued no earlier than 90 days before the election
• A current residential lease or rental agreement
• An occupancy statement from a District homeless shelter issued no earlier than 90 days before the election
• A tuition or housing bill from a District of Columbia college or university issued for the current academic or housing term

If you would like to register to vote before Election Day, you can do so through mail or online. Mailed applications must be received 21 days before the election. To register to vote online, just fill out the form and submit before the deadline - 22 days before an election.