How to register to vote in Rhode Island

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

Key links

General information Check voter registration status Register online Change registration

Deadlines for Sept. 9 primary election

Online Register by Monday, Aug. 10
By mail Postmarked by Monday, Aug. 10
In person Register by Monday, Aug. 10

Deadlines for Nov. 3 general election

Online Register by Sunday, Oct. 4
By mail Postmarked by Sunday, Oct. 4
In person Register by Sunday, Oct. 4

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