COLUMBUS, Ohio — Early voting is now underway in Ohio for the 2024 general election.
The state began accepting early ballots Tuesday for this fall’s election for president, a key U.S. Senate race and a redistricting measure. A spokesperson for the Franklin County Board of Elections said about 4,200 people showed up to vote on the first day of early voting.
Here's what you need to know about early voting in Ohio:
Where to vote
Starting Oct. 8, Ohioans can vote at their local Board of Elections buildings.
Tuesday, Oct. 8 - Friday, Oct. 11 from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 14 - Friday, Oct. 18 from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 21 - Friday, Oct. 25 from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 26 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 27 from 1-5 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 28 - Friday, Nov. 1 from 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 2 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 3 from 1-5 p.m.
Election Day in Ohio
Polls open at 6:30 p.m. and close at 7:30 p.m.
How to check your voter registration status
Through the Secretary of State’s website, Ohioans can enter their first and last names and county of residency to check their registration status. If you’re registered, a polling location and other local information will be provided. If you’re not registered, you can submit your registration here.
When is the deadline to register to vote?
Voter registration was due, in all forms, to Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose by Oct. 7. Any mailed-in registrations must be postmarked by Oct. 7.
Absentee voting deadlines
Those planning on voting absentee must request a ballot. Voters have until seven days before the election to request a ballot. These are the first votes counted on election night. If mailed, these ballots must be postmarked by the day before the election in order to be counted. Those returning it in person to a county board of election must do so before the close of the polls on Election Day.
Military and overseas absentee voting will be available beginning Sept. 20. Absentee voting by mail will start on Oct. 8.
When can I vote on Election Day?
Voting for the General Election will begin at 6:30 a.m. and locations will remain open until 7:30 p.m. You can find your polling location here.