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Ohio

A State-by-State Guide to Absentee Voting

How do I request an absentee ballot?
An absentee ballot may be completed online here. You may also download an application (PDF format) here.

Where do I send the request?
Mail your request to your County Elections Board. Find contact information here.

What is the deadline for requesting an absentee ballot?
If voting in person, you may apply until the close of regular board of elections’ hours the day before Election Day. If requesting a ballot by mail, your written request for an absentee ballot must be received at the board by noon, 3 days before Election Day:
November 1 for the General Election
Noon of the third day (Saturday) before Special Elections

What is the voting procedure?
Fill it out and return to your County Elections Board.

What are the deadlines for voting absentee?
An absentee ballot must be received at the County Electors Board by 7:30 pm on Election Day if returned in person:
General Election: November 4

If sent in by mail, it must be postmarked the day before the election (November 3) and received no later than 10 days after the election.

What are the election dates and deadlines for 2008?
General Election: November 4
Voter registration closes 30 days prior to Election Day (October 6).

How do I contact the Secretary of State / election officials?
Jennifer Brunner
Secretary of State
http://www.sos.state.oh.us
E-mail: guide@sos.state.oh.us
Tel: 614-466-2655

Election Services
180 East Broad Street, 15th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
E-mail: election@sos.state.oh.us
Tel: 614-466-2585

Are there requirements for first-time voters?
No.

Is permanent absentee status available?
No.

Additional information:
Absentee voting information

You may check to see if you are registered to vote here