PA Voter Information

1. Register to Vote

You must be registered at least 15 days before Election Day.

• Deadline: Monday, May 4
• Register or check status: https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov

2. Choose How You Want to Vote

Option A: Vote in Person (Election Day)

• Date: Tuesday, May 19
• Time: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• Find your polling place: https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov
• ID required only if it’s your first time at that location

Option B: Vote by Mail

• Apply by: Tuesday, May 12 (by 5:00 PM, must be received)
• Apply here: https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov

After receiving your ballot:

• Fill out using blue or black pen
• Place ballot in secrecy envelope
• Place that inside the return envelope
• Sign + date the outer envelope

Return it:

• By mail (allow time), OR
• At a secure drop box, OR
• At a county election office

👉 Must be received by 8:00 PM on May 19 (postmark does NOT count)

Option C: Vote Early In Person

• Apply for a mail ballot
• Go to a Satellite Election Office (e.g., City Hall)
• Complete and submit your ballot there

Locations:

• https://www.phila.gov

3. Mail Ballot — Key Rules

• Use blue or black pen
• No stray marks
• Use both envelopes
• Sign + date the return envelope → required or it won’t count

4. What to Bring (In Person)

Only first-time voters at a polling place need ID, such as:

• Driver’s license or state ID
• Utility bill, bank statement, or paycheck with your name/address

5. Accessibility

You can:

• Get help from poll workers
• Bring someone to assist you
• Request curbside voting if needed

6. If You Make a Mistake

• In person: Ask for a new ballot
• By mail: Request a replacement ballot

7. Key Deadlines (Quick View)

• May 4 – Register to vote
• May 12 (5 PM) – Mail ballot application deadline (must be received)
• May 19 – Election Day (7 AM – 8 PM)
• May 19 (8 PM) – Mail ballot must be received (not postmarked)