Montana residents can register to vote online (through a form submission), by mail, or in person. Montana allows same-day voter registration, including on Election Day at polling places.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Be a U.S. citizen.
- Be a resident of Montana for at least 30 days.
- Be at least 18 years old by Election Day.
- You are not a convicted of a felony and serving a sentence in a penal institution.
- You are not judged in a court of law to be of unsound mind.
Registration Methods:
- By Mail:
- Complete the Montana Voter Registration Form.
- Mail the form to your county election office. You can find addresses on the Montana Secretary of State’s website.
- You can print the form, sign it, and upload it to the Montana My Voter Page as an alternative to mailing.
- In Person:
- Register in person at your local county election office or during voter registration drives.
- Same-day voter registration is allowed at polling places on Election Day, but be sure to bring proper identification.
Registration Deadline:
- The regular deadline to register by mail or online is 30 days before Election Day.
- Late registration is allowed up to and including Election Day, but only in person at your county election office.
Confirm Your Registration:
- You can check your voter registration status using the My Voter Page on the Montana Secretary of State’s website.
Read more about How to Register to Vote in the U.S. in general.