In Florida, elections happen all year—not just every four years, so staying engaged means having a say in the issues that impact you most. Local and state elections decide everything from education and housing to public safety and climate action. You might also vote on constitutional amendments and local measures that shape how government works and how funds are spent. Yet, local election turnout is often low, especially among young people, so your vote carries extra power.
Your vote is your voice. Stay engaged and encourage others to do the same. While your choices are private, whether you vote is public record. Let’s make sure your name is on the list of active voters shaping Florida’s future.
Here are three easy ways to stay engaged, registered, and election-ready year-round.
Vote – By – Mail
A new state law requires all Florida voters to re-submit their vote-by-mail request after every General Election (held every two years). If you requested a vote-by-mail ballot before December 2024, your request has expired and you will need to submit a new one.
You can request a vote-by-mail ballot up until 5 p.m. on the 12th day before any election— but do not wait! If you submit your request today, you will automatically receive a mail-in ballot for every election you are eligible to vote in from now through December 2026.
Requests can be made online, by phone, or in writing through your county’s Supervisor of Elections office. To submit your online request for a vote-by-mail ballot, click one of the county’s listed above to be directed to your county’s Supervisor of Elections website. If your county is not listed here, please visit this link to select your county’s Supervisor of Elections office and request your mail-in ballot directly.
Create a Plan To Vote
In Florida, you have the option to vote in person or by mail. Here is what you need to know for both:
You can vote in-person during Early Voting or on Election Day.
Early Voting
Registered voters can vote early at any designated early voting site in the county where they are registered. Voting during early voting works the same way as it does on Election Day.
Each county sets its own early voting schedule within a state-mandated window. The number of days and hours may vary by county, so be sure to check your local Supervisor of Elections website or social media accounts for exact early voting dates, times, and locations.
Election Day Voting
If you choose to vote on Election Day, you must vote at your assigned polling location between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. To find your assigned polling location, take a look at your voter information card or visit your county’s Supervisor of Elections website.
ID Requirements
To vote in person, you must present a current and valid photo ID with your signature.
Acceptable forms of ID include:
- Florida driver’s license
- Florida identification card
- U.S. passport
- Debit or credit card
If your ID has a photo but no signature, you will need to present a second form of ID that includes your signature.
Voting By Mail
Florida voters can also choose to vote-by-mail.You must submit your vote-by-mail request no later than 5:00 p.m. on the 12th day before an election (see details above). Your completed vote-by-mail ballot must be received by your county’s elections office by 7:00 p.m. on Election Day. It can be returned in one of the following ways:
- By mail (the USPS recommends mailing your ballot at least one week before Election Day)
- At an early voting site during early voting hours via a secure ballot intake station
- At your Supervisor of Elections office via a secure ballot intake station
To make sure your vote counts, plan ahead and give yourself enough time, especially if voting by mail.
Pledge To Vote-By-Mail
Election Protection
If you experience any issues while casting your ballot or trying to vote such as problems with registration, ID requirements, polling locations, or voter intimidation, you can call or text the nonpartisan Election Protection hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683). Trained volunteers are standing by to offer immediate support, help resolve problems, and ensure your right to vote is fully protected.