Oklahoma

Registering to Vote

How do I register to vote for the first time?

You can register to vote in Oklahoma by using one of the following methods:

• Online: Register to vote by completing the application on the OK Voter website
• By mail: You may get a paper voter registration form by printing one out from the State Election Board website or picking up a paper form at your local elections office. Once you’ve filled out the form, you’ll need to print it, sign it, and mail it.
• In person: Visit an office where elections are administered in your area and register there in person. You must register at least 25 days before the election.

You can also register to vote on BallotReady.org.

How do I update or change my voter registration?

The process of changing your voter registration is similar to registering to vote for the first time. You can update your voter registration online, by mail, or in-person. You can also use BallotReady.org to check your voter registration status. 

Remember that the deadline to change your voter registration is 25 days before the election.

What ID do I need to register to vote?

The identification that you need to register to vote in Oklahoma varies based on the method of registration: 

Registering to vote in an election office 

Be prepared with your Oklahoma driver's license. If you have not been issued an Oklahoma driver's license then you may provide the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you have neither, then you will indicate 'None' on the application.

Registering to vote by mail

You must provide either your valid Oklahoma driver's license number, state identification card number, or the last four digits of your Social Security number.

Registering to vote online

An Oklahoma Driver License/State ID and a signature on file with Service Oklahoma is required.

If you’re under the age of 18, you may still be eligible to register to vote! If you can pre-register, you’ll need the following documents:

Pre-registering to vote in an election office 

Be prepared with your Oklahoma driver's license. If you have not been issued an Oklahoma driver's license then you may provide the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you have neither, then you will indicate 'None' on the application.

Pre-registering to vote by mail

You must provide either your valid Oklahoma driver's license number, state identification card number, or the last four digits of your Social Security number.

Pre-registering to vote online

An Oklahoma Driver License/State ID and a signature on file with Service Oklahoma is required.

For more information on voting requirements for your state, make a plan to vote on BallotReady.org. 

How do I check my voter registration?

Residents of Oklahoma can check their voter registration status through the following methods:

• Online: Visit Oklahoma’s voter registration page on their website, OK Voter. 
• Election authority: For specific questions, you may be able to contact your local elections office, courthouse, or county elections office for more information on your voter registration status.

You can also check your voter registration on BallotReady.org. 

What is the deadline for registering to vote?

In Oklahoma, you need to be registered to vote at least 25 days before an election to be eligible to cast a ballot. 

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Can I register to vote on Election Day?

No, Oklahoma does not have same-day voter registration. This means you cannot register to vote on Election Day. You must register at least 25 days before an election in order to vote.

Can I register to vote during early voting?

No, in Oklahoma, you cannot register to vote during early voting. To cast your vote in an election, make sure you’re registered at least 25 days in advance. 

Who is eligible to register to vote?

Oklahoma residents that fit the following criteria are eligible to register to vote:

• Be a citizen of the United States and I am a resident of the State of Oklahoma
• Be 18 years old or older, or at least 17½ years old and I understand that I cannot vote in any election before I am 18 years old
• Not been convicted of a felony, or if having been convicted now eligible to register to vote after fully serving sentence of court-mandated calendar days, including any term of incarceration, parole, or supervision, or completed a period of probation as ordered by any court
• Not currently under judgement as an incapacitated person or as a partially incapacitated person prohibited from voting

In Oklahoma, you can register to vote, even if you’re under the age of 18! Future voters who are 17.5 may pre-register to vote. They will be eligible to vote for the first election after they turn 18. 

Do I have to choose a political party when registering to vote?

Oklahoma gives voters the option to choose a political party when registering to vote. It is not required to register, but choosing “no party preference” could limit your ability to participate in presidential primary elections and caucuses.