How to Register to Vote

Who Can Register to Vote?

You can register to vote in California if you are:

• At least 18 years old by Election Day
• A US Citizen
• A California resident
• Not currently imprisoned or on parole for a felony (more information for individuals with criminal convictions or detained in jail or prison)

You can pre-register to vote if you are:

• At least 16 years old
• A US Citizen
• A California resident
• Not currently imprisoned or on parole for a felony (more information for individuals with criminal convictions or detained in jail or prison)
• Your voter registration will become active when you turn 18

How Do I​​ Register to Vote?

Use the California Online Voter Registration System
Paper registration forms are available at the Registrar of Voters Office, U.S. Post Offices, Public Libraries, the Department of Motor Vehicles, and other government offices. Signed & completed forms must be returned in person or by mail. They cannot be faxed or e-mailed.

Address:  Registrar of Voters, 1555 Berger Drive, Building 2, San Jose, CA 95112
Mailing Address:  Registrar of Voters, P.O. Box 611300, San Jose, CA 95161-1300​​​​​​​