Nebraska residents can register to vote online, by mail, or in person. The state does not offer same-day voter registration, so make sure to register before the deadline.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Be a U.S. citizen.
- Be a resident of Nebraska.
- Be at least 18 years old by Election Day (you can pre-register at 17, but must be 18 to vote).
- Not have been convicted of a felony, unless at least two years have passed since the completion of your sentence.
- Not have been declared mentally incompetent by a court.
Registration Methods:
- Online Registration:
- Register online through the Nebraska Online Voter Registration Portal.
- You will need a valid Nebraska driver’s license or state ID.
- By Mail:
- Complete the Nebraska Voter Registration Form.
- Mail the form to your county election office. You can find contact information for your county election office on the Nebraska Secretary of State’s website.
- In Person:
- Register in person at your county election office, DMV, or other authorized voter registration locations.
Registration Deadline:
- The deadline to register online or by mail is 18 days before Election Day.
- You can register in person at your county election office until 6 p.m. on the second Friday before Election Day.
Confirm Your Registration:
- You can check your voter registration status using the Voter Information Lookup tool on the Nebraska Secretary of State’s website.
Read more about How to Register to Vote in the U.S. in general.