PA Voter Information

This voter guide was prepared by Eileen Walker, Committee Person for Philadelphia’s 5th Ward, 1st Division. Eileen welcomes questions and can be reached at eileen75004@gmail.com

1. Register to Vote

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

• Deadline: Monday, October 19, 2026
• Register or check status: https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov
• Eligibility: 18 years of age or older AND a US citizen for 30 days prior to election AND a resident of Pa. and the election district in which you want to register to vote for 30 days prior to election

2. Choose How You Want to Vote

Option A: Vote in Person (Election Day)

• Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
• 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

• Last day to APPLY for a mail-in or absentee ballot is Tuesday Oct 27, 2026. *One must be a registered voter to receive a mail-in or absentee ballot application.
• Register to Vote by Monday, October 19, 2026  (by 5:00 PM, must be received)
• Request voter registration form 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 November 3, 2026 (postmark does NOT count)

Option C: Vote Early In Person

• Apply for a mail-in ballot at www.pavoterservices.pa.gov
• 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)

• October 19, 2026– Register to vote
• October 27, 5PM- Mail-in or absentee ballot application must be received by county election office. One must be a registered voter to receive a mail-in or absentee ballot application.
• November 3, 2026– Election Day (7 AM – 8 PM)
• November 3, 2026 (8 PM) – Mail-in ballot must be received (not postmarked)