The 2024 U.S. presidential election is just two weeks away. Election Day is November 5, 2024, but early voting has started in many states around the country. Here’s what you need to know about how to vote—whether early or in person on Election Day.
When does early voting start?
Voters are allowed to vote in person in the weeks leading up to Election Day. Early voting timelines vary by state. Virginia was the first state to open early voting, in September. Check with your local election office to find out when early voting in your state takes place.
How to find your local polling place
You can find your local polling place where you’ll go to vote on election day here.
When do polling places open?
The hours of polling places vary by state, so be sure to check the hours of your polling location.
What time does polling end for the U.S. Election?
Poll closing times also vary by state but generally begin from around 7pm local time.
Who can vote?
You can vote in U.S. federal, state and local elections if you are a U.S. citizen, meet your state’s residency requirements, are 18 years old on or before Election Day and are registered to vote by your state's voter registration deadline.
Can you vote online?
No, you cannot vote online in U.S. federal elections.
When does early voting end?
Early voting dates vary by state—check with your state's website or vote.org for information about your state's early voting.
When is the U.S. Election result date?
While the polls close on November 5, the winner of the election will likely not be finalized for days or even months. But the winner will be projected and states will call the winner on the night of the election. Here's how to watch the results of the election on Election Night.