How to register to vote in North Dakota

By NPR staff
  •   Last revised Friday, Feb. 13, 2026

North Dakota is the only U.S. state where voter registration is not required. Eligible voters, however, do need to have an accepted form of ID.

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North Dakota's statewide primary election date is Tuesday, June 9.

Last updated April 21, 2026. Military and overseas citizen voters may have different registration deadlines.