How to register to vote in Alabama

By NPR staff
  •   Last revised Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Alabama will hold a special U.S. House primary election on Aug. 11 for voters in four congressional districts: the 1st, 2nd, 6th and 7th. The voter registration deadline is 15 days prior.

Key links

General information Check voter registration status Register online Change registration

Deadlines for May 19 primary election

Online Register by Monday, May 4
By mail Postmarked by Monday, May 4
In person Register by Monday, May 4

Deadlines for Nov. 3 general election

Online Register by Monday, Oct. 19
By mail Postmarked by Monday, Oct. 19
In person Register by Monday, Oct. 19

Last updated July 14, 2026. Military and overseas citizen voters may have different registration deadlines.