How to register to vote in Ohio

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

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General information Check voter registration status Register online Change registration

Deadlines for May 5 primary election

Online Register by Monday, April 6
By mail Postmarked by Monday, April 6
In person Register by Monday, April 6

Last updated Feb. 13, 2026. Military and overseas citizen voters may have different registration deadlines.