New York

State Election Information

(We do our best to keep this information updated, but be sure to double-check your state’s official voter info.)

  • In Person: 10 days before Election Day

    By Mail: Postmarked 10 days before Election Day

    Online: 10 days before Election Day

  • Unavailable in the state

  • No ID required

    ID is not required unless a voter registered without proving ID at that time.

  • Paid

    Per vote411.org: Employees are allowed to take off up to two hours of work, without loss of pay, to allow for time to vote. You may take the time off at the beginning or end of your working shift, as your employer may designate, or as otherwise mutually agreed. You must tell your employed no less than two days before Election Day that you plan to take time off to vote.

  • Begins: 10th day before election

    Ends: 2nd day before election

    (Note: Times and locations vary, so check your polling place to see where/when you can cast an early vote)

  • Absentee/mail voting is available for voters who are eligible through the state’s list of qualified “excuses.”

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