Oklahoma Voting Guide

How do I register to vote in Oklahoma?

In-person: Several governmental and public agencies have voter registration applications. If you fill out a voter registration application at one of these locations, they will mail the application to the local County Election Board for no additional cost. Some locations with voter registration applications include

• Your local County Election Board
• Post offices
• Tag agencies
• Public libraries

By Mail: If you prefer to register to vote by mail, you can download a voter registration application online, fill it out, and then mail it to your local County Election Board. You will need to add a first-class postage stamp to the envelope if you do choose to register by mail.

Once your application has been reviewed and approved by the County Board of Elections, they will mail you a voter identification card.

Via Online: Online registration is now available via the OK Voter Portal "Wizard" for new voters, and on the OK Voter Portal for registered voters to update their information. Make sure to print, sign, and submit the application to your local County Election Board to complete the process. 

When is Oklahoma's voter registration deadline?

Although there are no limits on when you can submit your registration application, you must submit it at least 25 days before an election if you want to vote in that election.

How do I request an absentee ballot in Oklahoma?

The Oklahoma government allows for no-excuse absentee voting, so you can vote via an absentee ballot as long as you are registered to vote. You can either apply for an absentee ballot online via the OK Voter Portal, or you can download an absentee ballot request form online. There are several types of absentee ballots, from the standard one to those for active military and other emergency situations.

New state law requires that when applying for an absentee ballot, voters must provide an identification number that matches the identification number on their voter registration record, such as an Oklahoma driver's license number, State ID number, or the last four digits of the social security number. If a voter is unsure which identification is on the record, then list more than one identification number when applying for an absentee ballot. 

What do I need to bring to the polls in Oklahoma?

If you choose to vote in person at your local polling place, you will be required to provide some form of personal identification. According to Oklahoma law, personal ID must have been issued by the U.S. government, the Oklahoma government, or a federally recognized tribal government. Proper IDs must show:

• Your name
• A photo of your face
• An expiration date (unless the document never expires)

You can also use your voter identification card as proof of identity. If you do not have any of these documents, you can sign an affidavit stating you are who you claim to be. You will then be able to vote on a provisional ballot which will be held until your identity is verified.

What special accommodations are available?

Disabled voters have additional voting options in Oklahoma. If you need assistance to cast your ballot, you can request assistance from a trained Precinct Official, or you can choose someone you know to help you, as long as that person is not your employer, an agent of your employer, or an agent of your union.

You can also use a specialized voting machine equipped with an audio-tactile interface (ATI). Additionally, if you are unable to physically access a polling place, you can request assistance from Precinct Officials to vote outside of the polling place. If you do not prefer any of these options, you can vote via absentee ballot.

What do I do if I see something illegal at the polls?

If you witness illegal activity at the polls, you should notify a Precinct Official and/or your local Election Board. If you believe your ability to exercise your voting rights has been unjustly limited, you may want to contact an experienced legal professional who specializes in civil rights law.